• Guelph Soccer Grassroots Competitive Coach Application - 26/27 Season

  • Submission Instructions:

  • All submissions are to be completed in this jotform.

    The deadline for application submission is Monday, August 10th, 2026, by 5:00pm. Failure to submit this application before this date will render invalid.

    By applying to Guelph Soccer you acknowledge that you will comply with all Guelph Soccer policies, developmental methodology, and best practices. You also acknowledge that your coach application submission may also be subject for a follow up interview and are willing to be available throughout the interview period upon submission to Tuesday August 25, 2026.

    Please note: all successful applicants will be contacted directly and will move onto the interview stage. Only those being considered for a position will be contacted.

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  • Grassroots Coaches Structure
    Roles & Responsibilities

    Position Title: Competitive Head Coach - Grassroots
    Reports To: Grassroots Manager

    Role Overview:
    Competitive grassroots Head Coaches will support our rep development program by facilitating sessions within the team of appointment, provide team leadership, implementing and supporting the design of training sessions on a regular basis, contribute to strategic development, and be responsible for team development planning. Grassroots Team Head Coaches are leaders on the field and are responsible for set up, following a session plan, at times, creating a session plan, providing a positive playing experience to all players, developing all players within the age group, and providing feedback to all major stakeholders (players, parents, and the club).

    Role Duties & Responsibilities

    • Follow a session plan in accordance with Long Term Player Development.
    • Lead/coach a group of players within the training environment.
    • Conduct field setup and session preparation to ensure that players are developing in accordance to the age group objectives and developmental outcomes.
    • Ensure that training structure is in line with Guelph Soccer overarching developmental philosophy, and development objectives.
    • Provide on-going feedback to the age group lead towards player progressions to ensure appropriate competition structures are met when discussing training pods and game day rosters.
    • Deliver exceptional customer service (including welcoming, conduct and communication) to all participants.
    • Ensure on-site safety of participants.
    • Work cooperatively with other coaches, club officials, and any other volunteers.
    • Attend coach development sessions as scheduled by Guelph Soccer Technical Director and/or Grassroots Manager.
    • It is expected that Team Head Coach(es) is/are familiar with the content outlined in their respective age group coach folders.
    • Conduct on-going player feedback and parent communication.
    • Full certifications are required before the commencement of the season.
    • Complete a yearly development plan alongside Guelph Soccer Technical Director and/or Grassroots Manager.
    • Other duties as assigned and required by GS Technical Director and/or Grassroots Manager.

    Certification Requirements:

    • Learn To Train / FUNdamentals
    • Understanding The Rule of 2
    • Making Headway
    • Making Ethical Decisions + Evaluation
    • Respect In Sport
    • Emergency Action Planning
    • Vulnerable Sector Check Completion

     

    Position Title: Assistant Coaches/Supporting Coaches - Grassroots
    Reports To: Grassroots Manager

    Role Overview:
    Competitive Grassroots Assistant Coaches will support our rep development program by assisting in the session progression within team of appointment, contribute to age group observations, and assist in the in-game management towards substitutions, playing time, and any other assistance established by the team head coach.

    Role Duties & Responsibilities

    • Follow a session plan in accordance with Long Term Player Development.
    • Following a session plan as per team head coach established developmental outcomes.
    • Assist in the readiness of players within the training environment or matches through warm up and other readiness exercises.
    • Lead/coach a group of players or small unit of the team within the training environment.
    • Conduct field setup and session preparation to ensure that players are developing in accordance to the age group objectives and developmental outcomes.
    • Assist with field setup, tear down, and in game/in session player management.

    Certification Requirements:

    • Learn To Train / FUNdamentals
    • Understanding The Rule of 2
    • Making Headway
    • Making Ethical Decisions + Evaluation
    • Respect In Sport
    • Emergency Action Planning
    • Vulnerable Sector Check Completion

  • Section 1: Applicant Information

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Section 2: Coaching Preference

    Please identify your preferred coaching position. Please be specific with your preferred age group, gender and position.
  • Do you have a child currently playing with the club?*
  • How many groups are you applying to?*

  • Preferred Interest:

  • Age Group:*
  • Gender:*
  • Position:*

  • Secondary Interest:

  • Age Group:*
  • Gender:*
  • Position:*

  • Third Interest:

  • Age Group:*
  • Gender:*
  • Position:*

  • Section 3: Coaching Qualifications

    Please indicate which of the following qualifications you have and attach a copy of them to this application. If you do not have a current copy, please attach a screenshot.
  • Coaching Qualifications:*
  • Safe Sport Qualifications:*
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  • Section 4: Previous Coaching Experience

    If you have previously coached a competitive rep team, please indicate the year, club, age group, coaching position, and the league in which the team played:

  • Section 5: Coaching Questions

  • Section 6: References

    Please list two personal references. Please include their first name, last name, relationship with you and their phone number they can be contacted at:
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Declarations / Attachments / Signature

  • Have you completed a Vulnerable Sector Check in the last two years?*
  • Acknowledgement*
  • Date*
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