Job Title: Director of Coaching

 

Organization: Waunakee Area Soccer Club (“WASC”)

Location:  Waunakee, WI

Reports To: WASC Board of Directors

Position Type: Part-time

 

About the Club

 

WASC is a community-based 501(c)(3) youth soccer club dedicated to providing a positive, development-focused environment for players of all skill levels. Our mission is to develop players, coaches, and teams while fostering a lifelong love of the game. We have over 700 players in our club, from a highly-regarded Academy program with ~250 players from U6 – U8 up to High School age groups. We are a partnership club of Forward Madison Football Club.

 

Position Summary

 

The Director of Coaching (“DOC”) is responsible for the overall technical direction and coaching philosophy of the club. This role provides leadership, mentorship, and oversight to coaches, ensures consistent player development across all age groups, and works closely with club leadership to support the long-term growth and success of the organization. This position has the opportunity to coach developmental and/or competitive club teams in addition to the DOC role.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Technical Leadership & Player Development

 

• Enhance, evolve and oversee a club-wide coaching curriculum aligned with age-appropriate player development principles
• Ensure consistency in playing style, training methodology, and coaching standards across all teams
• Evaluate player development and lead player placement, evaluations, and tryouts

 

Coach Education & Support

 

• Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and support club coaches
• Lead coach education sessions, meetings, and on-field demonstrations
• Provide regular feedback and professional development opportunities for coaches

 

Program & Team Oversight

 

• Design and oversee team formation, seasonal planning, and competitive placement
• Support coaches during practices and games as needed
• Coordinate with league, tournament, and governing bodies as appropriate

 

Administration & Communication

 

• Collaborate with club leadership on strategic planning and program growth
• Communicate effectively with coaches, parents, and players regarding development philosophy and expectations
• Support conflict resolution and ensure a positive club culture

 

Qualifications

 

• Minimum of 8 years coaching experience in youth soccer
• Recognized coaching license (e.g., USSF, United Soccer Coaches, or equivalent)
• Prior experience as a Director of Coaching or Technical Director preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Deep knowledge of the developmental arc from U6 grassroots through High School Age groups
• Demonstrated commitment to player-centered development and positive coaching
• Experience working with volunteer and paid coaching staff

 

Eligibility

 

• Expected availability for practices, games, meetings, and special events (evenings/weekends)

 

Compensation & Benefits

 

• Competitive, experience-based salary, including 401(k) employer match and other benefits, reflective of an established, community-focused club
• Opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and occasional travel for development
• A stable, supportive work environment within a thriving community
• $30,000 to $60,000 based on qualifications, experience and number of teams coached

How to Apply

 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their coaching philosophy and relevant experience to admin@waunakeesoccer.org

 

Application Deadline:  March 20, 2026

Jennifer grew up in Waunakee, played in our club for many years, and then played at Waunakee High School and then Edgewood College where she was a 4-year starter. She coached at Waunakee High School...

Neil hails from London England and is the Waunakee Director of Programming since 2014. Neil's coaching experience includes Crystal Palace Academy, Brunel University London and the English...

Coaching Experience: D1 College Mens & Womens - 3 Years, WI ODP - 10 years, Youth Club & Academy - 17 years

Coaching Certifications: USSF C, United Soccer Coaches Goalkeeping I, II, III & United Soccer Coaches Director Diploma

Paul grew up in the Fox Valley playing club and varsity soccer for PVYSC & the Neenah Rockets. After one season in USL2 with the Wisconsin Rebels, Paul began his coaching career in 2005 as the assistant coach for the Neenah Varsity team, guiding them to the 2007 WIAA Division 1 State Championship. After college, Paul served as a U11, U13 & U17 coach with Appleton Soccer Club from 2012 - 2015. In 2015 Paul was named the goalkeepers coach at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay Men's & Women’s Teams as well as the Director of Coaching of Kimberly Soccer Club serving both roles until 2018. In 2018 Paul moved to Sun Prairie and worked as the Academy Director, U13, U17 & U18 boys coach until 2021. Since 2011 Paul has worked as an Olympic Development Staff Coach. Currently Paul serves as the Waunakee Soccer Club Academy Director, U9 & U10 Coach, Goalkeeping Director and the High School Boys & Girls coach. 

Team: 1974 & 1988 Holland National Teams 

Coach/Manager: Rinus Michels 

Player: Peter Schmeichel

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