Youth Soccer RDS Coach — Talent Development & Camps

D.C. United; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

D.C. United's Regional Development School (RDS) is hiring an RDS Coach to develop talent across multiple locations, deliver the RDS curriculum, scout and assist in recruiting Academy players, and run summer camps and clinics.

The role reports to the Director of Youth Programs and requires a US Soccer C license or equivalent, MLS Next knowledge, and the ability to plan, lead and document training sessions while working flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Current US Soccer C license coach or equivalent.
• Drive to develop youth players and work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of MLS/DMV soccer landscape preferred.
• Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends & holidays.
• Ability to plan, create, execute and document training sessions and programs.
• Basic knowledge of MLS Next rules and regulations.
• Candidate must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organization of RDS tryouts.
• Develop training program for weekly training sessions for RDS participants.
• Deliver high energy, competitive and engaging training sessions.
• Provide player assessment and feedback each season.
• Guide players in development of an action plan with specific goals.
• Identify and recommend talented Academy players.
• Attend mandatory education meetings and classroom sessions.
• Organize and assist in running camps/clinics/tryouts throughout the year.
• Mentor summer coaching staff and assess ongoing needs.
• Fulfill other coaching requirements as needed.

Skills

C license coach

Youth development

MLS Next rules

Background check

Flexible hours

Training planning

Job description

D.C. United's Regional Development School (RDS) is hiring an RDS Coach to develop talent across multiple locations, deliver the RDS curriculum, scout and assist in recruiting Academy players, and run summer camps and clinics.

The role reports to the Director of Youth Programs and requires a US Soccer C license or equivalent, MLS Next knowledge, and the ability to plan, lead and document training sessions while working flexible hours.