160 Southgate Drive, Unit 2

Guelph, Ontario N1G 4P5

Phone: 519-824-2199 • Fax: 519-824-0917

www.guelphsoccer.ca

POSITION TITLE: Skill Development Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Technical Director

POSITION TYPE: Part-time (20 hours/week)

COMPENSATION: $20-23/hour



Job Overview

The Skill Development Coach will be primarily responsible for the following programs:
one-on-one training, small group training sessions, Junior Gryphon Soccer School,
recreational Futsal and All Star. The successful candidate will have experience leading
programs effectively by creating a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for all players.
The SDC will promote an environment that fosters learning for all participants.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

On Field

• Lead sessions in accordance with Guelph Soccer development objectives and

• Lead and mentor a team of supporting coaches (Skills Instructors) to ensure that

• Work alongside team head coaches or age group lead coaches to deliver high-

• Deliver exceptional customer service to all participants.

• Ensure on-site safety of participants.

• Ensure that players have the best possible training and playing experiences.
• Attend coach development sessions as scheduled by Guelph Soccer Technical

Director.

In Office

• Create session plans using our online session planning platform.
• Deliver exceptional customer service (conduct and communication) to all

participants when necessary.

• Work cooperatively with other club officials, and any other volunteers.

• Conduct ongoing player feedback and parent communication.
• Complete a yearly development plan in collaboration with the Technical

Director.

• Complete a program report at the conclusion of every program.

• Attend by-weekly meetings with the Technical Director.
  

Experience and Qualifications:

• Minimum Learn to Train/C License and above is preferred (or action plan to

obtain licenses) - 3 years coaching experience at a Grassroots level and Soccer

For Life level is preferred.

• Experience leading and developing programming is preferred.

• Strong playing background to demonstrate techniques is strongly preferred.

• Experience supervising part time staff

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience developing and working with an annual periodization plan

• Strong management and leadership skills.

• Growth mindset and willingness to learn.

• Computer Proficiency.

• Police Check (Police Vulnerable Sector Check) required.

Role Summary and Expectations:

• Be available to work throughout weekend dates (throughout regularly

scheduled programming dates).

• Successful candidates are expected to wear a Guelph Soccer training uniform to

all sessions.

To apply: Send your resume, cover letter and NCCP transcripts to
employment@guelphsoccer.ca