Youth Licensed Soccer Coach

About FC Durham

FC Durham Academy is a high-performance youth soccer organization serving players ages U7–U18 across Durham Region. Our philosophy blends technical excellence, sportsmanship, and long-term athlete development.

From recreational foundations to OPDL-level competition and U.S. showcase exposure, FC Durham is committed to helping athletes reach their goals while enjoying the game in a structured and supportive environment.

Our programs operate out of many facilities in the Durham Region.

Position Summary
FC Durham is seeking passionate, organized, and development-focused Youth Soccer Coaches to lead teams in our Academy and Performance Programs.

Coaches will deliver high-quality training sessions aligned with FC Durham’s technical curriculum and support players’ growth on and off the field.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Development:

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions aligned with FC Durham’s technical curriculum.
• Focus on individual player development, decision-making, and sportsmanship.
• Provide structured feedback to players and parents.
• Support strength, conditioning, and technical development initiatives in partnership with Orchard Rehabilitation & Sports Therapy.

Team Management:

• Lead team practices and games in local leagues and tournaments.
• Communicate schedules, expectations, and updates through Playmetrics.
• Maintain attendance, evaluations, and player development reports.
• Work collaboratively with Technical Director, Goalkeeper Coach, and performance staff.

Club Culture:

• Uphold FC Durham values of respect, discipline, and community.
• Follow Safe Sport policies, Rule of Two, and Ontario Soccer guidelines.
• Support club events, trials, and community initiatives when required.

Minimum Qualifications

Coaching Certification:

• Ontario Soccer Grassroots Coaching Certification OR
• Minimum C License (National or Provincial)
  

Exception Consideration:

• Former high-level players (professional, national team, NCAA/USports elite level) with extensive playing background may be considered and supported to complete required coaching courses within their first season.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Police Check / Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Respect in Sport / Safe Sport certification.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience coaching competitive youth soccer.
• Background in OPDL, Academy, or Showcase programs.
• Experience using Playmetrics or similar systems.
• First Aid / CPR Certification.
• Ability to mentor parent-led coaches in grassroots programs.

Compensation:

• Competitive session-based pay (aligned with FC Durham coaching scale).
• Opportunities for additional income through camps, finishing school, and technical training programs.
• Coaching education support and course reimbursement with approval.

Why Coach at FC Durham:

• Work in a structured, high-performance academy environment.
• Opportunity to coach in OPDL-pathway and U.S. showcase tournaments.