Posted: 29-May-25
Location: Garden City, New York
Type: Contract
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Coaching Coaching - Soccer About Long Island Soccer Club:Long Island Soccer Club is a premier youth development organization committed to excellence on and off the field. As a nationally recognized club with a clear player pathway, including participation in MLS NEXT, our focus is on long-term athlete development, integrity, and building future leaders through the sport of soccer.
Position Summary:The MLS NEXT Head Coach is responsible for leading one of LISC’s elite boys teams within the MLS NEXT platform. This role includes planning and executing high-level training sessions, managing player development in line with LISC’s game model, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring alignment with the club’s technical framework and long-term development philosophy.
Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage all aspects of a designated MLS NEXT team (U13–U19).
Plan and deliver high-level training sessions in alignment with LISC’s methodology and game model.
Provide ongoing technical and tactical instruction in line with age-specific development standards.
Conduct player evaluations, feedback sessions, and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
Scout and assess players during internal and external tryouts.
Manage game-day coaching including lineups, tactics, substitutions, and post-match analysis.
Collaborate with the MLS NEXT Director and club Technical Staff to align player movement and curriculum.
Participate in all MLS NEXT league requirements, including travel, match uploads, and compliance.
Maintain open communication with parents, players, and staff in a professional and constructive manner.
Model leadership, professionalism, and LISC core values in all interactions.
Compensation and Benefits:Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for year-round employment through camps, clinics, and supplemental roles.
Professional development support (courses, certifications, conferences).
Branded coaching gear and travel expenses for league requirements.
USSF B License (minimum); A License or UEFA equivalent preferred.
Prior experience coaching at the elite youth, academy, or college level.
Deep understanding of long-term player development and positional play.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for games/tournaments.
Preferred:
Experience within the MLS NEXT platform or equivalent elite league.
Background in player scouting, IDP creation, and video analysis tools (e.g., Hudl, Veo).
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About Long Island Soccer Club Long Island Soccer Club (LISC) is an elite level program based in Nassau and Suffolk County, NY. An area boasting one of the largest soccer demographics in the USA. LISC coaching staff is of the highest order with over 80% being college coaches. LISC affiliate, the Long Island Rough Riders, hosts Men’s USL-2 and Women’s USL-W pre-professional teams. Connections working at Long Island Soccer Club https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/21370502/mls-next-head-coach Return to Search Results