Job Title: Girls Academy Coach

Department: Youth Programs

Reports To: Senior Manager, Girls Academy

Location: Greenwich CT; Bronx, NY

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced, high-performing Girls Academy Coaches to join our youth programs staff. Coaches will plan and deliver appropriate age training, competitive preparation, and tactical instruction aligned with our club’s playing philosophy. This role emphasizes the development of elite youth players in the Girls pathway.

What You’ll Do

Technical & Tactical Leadership

Deliver structured training sessions that advance technical skills, tactical understanding, and soccer intelligence.
Apply age-specific curriculum and developmental frameworks consistent with our club’s methodology.
Analyze match play and training activities to adjust coaching objectives and methodologies.

Team & Player Development

Lead team training and match day coaching for Girls Academy teams.
Create individualized development plans (IDPs) for players, tracking progression and areas for growth.
Provide constructive feedback to players, parents, and support staff.

Administrative & Compliance Duties

Maintain accurate attendance, performance evaluations, and training plans.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, league rules, and safety practices.
Participate in coach meetings, program planning sessions, and professional development opportunities.

Culture & Communication

Communicate clearly with players, families, and club stakeholders regarding expectations, schedules, and progress.
Promote a positive, inclusive environment that supports player wellbeing and a growth mindset.

Required

WHO YOU ARE:

Minimum 3 years of coaching experience at competitive youth levels (academy/select).
USSF C License or equivalent.
Proven track record of coaching development-focused teams and improving individual players.

Preferred

USSF B License or higher
Experience within competitive programs or environments.
Strong knowledge of modern training periodization, performance analysis tools, and coaching technologies.

What You’ll Bring

Deep understanding of technical, tactical, physical, and psychological development principles.
Excellent communication skills with diverse groups (players, parents, staff).
Strong organizational skills; ability to prepare session plans, training objectives, and critiques.
Leadership presence; ability to inspire trust, motivate athletes, and uphold a professional environment.

Additional Requirements

Applicant must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during competitive seasons.
Regular travel to training sites, matches, and events as required.
Commitment to program consistency, punctuality, and professional standards.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to coach within a respected player development pathway.
Collaboration with a technical staff focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
Access to curated training resources, curriculum frameworks, and coach education support.

Compensation

This role is a part-time non-exempt position that has an hourly rate of $45-65 and is eligible for overtime. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

What We Offer

Two complimentary tickets to select New York City FC home match
Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment

New York City Football Club Overview

At New York City FC, we are on a mission to build this city into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs nine times over the past 10 seasons, winning MLS Cup in 2021. Games are available to stream via an Apple TV subscription, providing every match of the MLS regular season, the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, annual Leagues Cup tournament, the MLS All-Star Game, the Campeones Cup, and more all in one place and with no blackouts. New York City FC is building New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, Etihad Park, which is set to open in 2027. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.

New York City FC is also one of 12 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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