COACHING ROLES
- Full Availability Coach
- Available 6-7 days a week
- 18-22 coaching hours a week
- Required to complete 25 hours of core education meetings
- Partial Availability Coach
- Available 2-3 days during the week, with weekend availability
- 10-15 coaching hours a week
- Required to complete 6 hours of education meetings
- Junior Coach (aspiring coaches)
EXPECTATIONS
As an RBNY Youth Coach, you will be expected to uphold our professional standards both on and off the field:
ON-FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver sessions aligned with the RBNY philosophy and Red Print methodology.
- Arrive on time with the field inspected, equipment prepared, and session plan ready.
- Maintain a safe environment: check the field, secure goals, follow check-in/out procedures, and follow the two-adult rule.
- Demonstrate coaching鈥攏ot playing鈥攊n all sessions and games.
- Carry required first-aid supplies and follow proper procedures.
OFF-FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend mandatory weekly paid education meetings (typically Tues/Wed/Thurs mornings).
- Attend paid seasonal orientations.
- Complete all required administrative tasks, including session plans, team reports, evaluations, timesheets, and expense reports.
PLAYER WELFARE
- Treat all players with dignity and maintain appropriate physical contact guidelines.
- Ensure no player is left unattended and all departures are with an approved guardian.
- Promote an environment free from bullying, harassment, or misconduct.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
- Communicate only with parents/guardians鈥攏ever directly with minors.
- Do not share photos, videos, or work-related content involving players on social media.
- Wear approved Adidas coaching apparel and maintain professional appearance and behavior.
- Report incidents or violations promptly.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
- Your work week includes coaching hours, administrative tasks, and required education meetings.
- Adherence to all deadlines, policies, and procedures is required.
QUALITIES
- Ambition
- Integrity
- Teamwork
COACH DEVELOPMENT
- #1 professional coach development team in NY/NJ-Metro area
- 1 on 1 coach support visits and extensive feedback
- Paid in-house weekly education meetings
- In-house United Soccer Coaches National Diploma
- Academy Observations
- First Team Observations