Academy Assistant Director

Game Play Academy is seeking an Academy Assistant Director to support the leadership, development, and daily operations of our youth soccer academy. This role combines coaching with coach development, curriculum planning, scheduling support, and general academy organization.

The Assistant Director will serve as the main lead for one of our 7v7, 9v9, or 11v11 programs, with the assigned format determined by experience and academy needs. Working closely with the Academy Director, they will help maintain consistent standards and create a positive, challenging environment for players and coaches.

We are looking for someone who takes initiative, follows through on responsibilities, and wants to contribute to the academy’s long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the main lead for the academy’s 7v7, 9v9, or 11v11 program, overseeing coaching standards, player development, and organization within the assigned format.

• Support the Academy Director with the general organization and daily operations of the academy.

• Serve as head coach for two academy teams, planning and delivering practices and leading teams on game days.

• Manage and mentor coaches within the assigned format through regular communication, session observations, and constructive feedback.

• Work with the Academy Director to develop and refine the curriculum based on player, team, and coach needs.

• Assist with organizing practice schedules, games, tournaments, and academy activities.

• Help coordinate player evaluations, team placement, and tryouts.

• Communicate professionally with families and support coaches in addressing team matters.

• Help ensure facilities and equipment are prepared, maintained, and secured after use.

• Complete administrative responsibilities and take ownership of assigned projects.

• Support the planning and delivery of camps, clinics, and school programs.

Schedule and Year-Round Responsibilities

This role carries year-round responsibilities. The primary team training and competition seasons are:

• Fall: August 1–November 15

• Spring: February 1–May 1

During these seasons, the role includes evening practices, weekend games and tournaments, and administrative work outside of on-field hours.

Outside these dates, the Assistant Director is expected to remain actively involved in planning and preparing for upcoming seasons. Responsibilities include scheduling, curriculum development, coach coordination, player placement, tryouts, and general academy organization. Specific hours and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Additional coaching opportunities are available within our school network, alongside camps and clinics during the off-season.

Requirements

• Experience coaching youth soccer and a strong understanding of age-appropriate player development.

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage and mentor coaches while maintaining clear expectations.

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and follow through independently.

• A collaborative approach to curriculum planning and program development.

• Availability for evening practices, weekend games, and year-round administrative and season preparation responsibilities.

• Commitment to creating a positive, professional environment for players, families, and staff.