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U15 Academy Assistant Coach (Full Time)

St. Louis CITY SC
United States, Missouri, St. Louis
326 South 21st Street (Show on map)
Jun 15, 2026
Who CITY is: St. Louis CITY is more than just the newest local MLS soccer team, we have quickly become the heartbeat of St. Louis and are leading the frontier of an emerging cultural renaissance. Join our growing family of 500+ visionaries in a fun and fast-paced work environment that provides unmatched potential for new ideas, personal growth, and immediate impact. Who you are: CITY provides a progressive and supportive workplace that lets YOU be YOU. We value unique experiences and perspectives, and we hire employees who leverage their differences to add value. Feel the impact of your ideas come to life as you join in the thunderous roar of 22,500 impassioned fans at our state-of-the art facility. What CITY does: Join us today in the mission of uniting the St. Louis Region and redefining what it means to be a soccer team. SUMMARY: The St. Louis CITY SC Academy Assistant Coach is responsible for supporting the Sporting Director, the Academy Director, and other staff members in creating an elite training and competitive environment that strives to recruit players from all parts of the St. Louis region. The Academy Assistant Coach will strive to achieve the highest level of success by creating a team with a culture of excellence, that provides a life enriching experience and seeks to develop a complete player on and off the field. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Development and guidance of a youth team according to St. Louis CITY SC's youth development philosophy. Prepare for, execute, and attend all training sessions and match days according to the St. Louis CITY SC's training philosophy, contributing actively to session planning, delivery, and evaluation. Assist the Academy Head Coach in daily coaching of the team, including training design, session execution, and physical preparation. Contribute to match preparation, including opposition analysis, training periodization, and game-plan development. Assist the IDP lead with developing and executing individualized and unit training sessions tailored to players' strengths, developmental needs, and positional requirements. Assist in developing St. Louis CITY SC's youth development philosophy in cooperation with the Sporting Leadership team. Ensure that the Academy team's objectives, strategy, and clearly defined short- and long-term performance targets are fully aligned with St. Louis CITY's vision, as well as its coaching and playing philosophy. Communicate effectively with the performance staff (sports science, medical, analysis) to support player availability and match readiness. Utilize video analysis platforms (Veo, Bepro, Taka, Hudl, etc.) to support tactical reviews, player feedback, and post-match analysis. Collaborate with sporting leadership and coaching staff to support squad planning and roster management for the Academy teams. Actively support the scouting department to identify the best talents regionally and locally. Stay current on coaching education, licenses, and best practices in player development QUALIFICATIONS: USSF "B" License (required) Minimum of five years' experience coaching in youth soccer environments. Strong understanding of soccer tactics, sport science, and holistic player development. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey the Academy's mission, vision, and club culture to players, families, and the broader community. Professional demeanor with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. Highly organized and dependable, with the ability to execute tasks accurately, efficiently, and adapt to changing priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with video analysis tools (ex. Taka, BePro, Veo, Hudl, etc.) Ability to work evenings, weekends, events, and holidays as required. Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid driver's license. St. Louis CITY SC is building a team that is passionate about their work, the success of our Club and the growth and revitalization of our region. We desire people who hold themselves and others accountable and are driven by setting new standards for fan engagement. TKFC LC is 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.