Football Coach at HTT Academy

HTT Football Academy Welcome to Help the Talent Academy! We are dedicated to discovering and nurturing children with passion, drive, and a love for football. Our mission is to break barriers, unlock potential, and create opportunities for young athletes to succeed both on and off the field. Join us in making a lasting impact in their lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Football Coach

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A Football Coach outlines the responsibilities and requirements for coaching.Duties include planning and conducting practice sessions, analyzing players' strengths and weaknesses, creating game strategies, motivating athletes, and potentially recruiting new players.
• Here's a more detailed breakdown of what might be included in a Football Coaches.

General Responsibilities

• Coaching & Training: Planning and delivering practice sessions, developing and implementing training programs, and providing feedback to players to improve their skills and performance.
• Game Management: Creating game plans, making in-game adjustments, and motivating players during competitions.
• Player Development: Identifying and nurturing individual player strengths and weaknesses, and providing targeted coaching to help them develop their skills.
• Team Management: Building and maintaining team morale, fostering a positive team environment, and managing team communication.
• Recruiting (depending on the position): Identifying and recruiting potential players, and managing the recruitment process.
• Performance Analysis: Analyzing game film, scouting opponents, and using data to improve team performance.
• Communication: Communicating with players, parents, coaches, and other staff members.

Specific Responsibilities by Position (Examples)

• Position Coach: Specializing in coaching a specific position, such as offensive line, defensive line, or quarterback.
• Special Teams Coach: Coaching the special teams unit, including kickers, punters, and return specialists.
• Defensive/Offensive Coordinator: Overseeing the defensive or offensive side of the team, including play-calling and strategy.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree preferred in a related field like sports management, coaching, or physical education.
• Coaching Experience: Previous coaching experience, either as a player or a coach, is often required.
• Coaching Certifications: Relevant coaching certifications, such as those from the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) or other organizations, may be required.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential for effective coaching.
• Passion for Football: A passion for the sport, a dedication to player development, and a commitment to teamwork are also important.

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: httacademysport@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.