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Seeking opportunity as Head Men's Soccer Coach (Assistant Director Ill) at Kean University, Department of Athletics and Recreation

Team Leadership & Motivation ~ Physical Conditioning ~ Injury Prevention

Coaching Techniques ~ Training & Instruction ~ Student & Parent Relations

         Former Major League Soccer Coach offering seasoned background in both domestic and international soccer.

         Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with an active USSF "A" Coaching License, and current member of Coaching Education Staff for New Jersey Youth Soccer.

• Able to analyze competitive landscape to plan game strategies and capitalize on individual players strengths.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish), and adept at connecting with, influencing, empowering, and coaching people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

         Advanced knowledge of NCAA and NJAC rules and regulations.

• Able to develop, motivate, inspire, and lead unified, success-driven, and top-performing teams.

         Extensive experience in recruitment and retention of student-athletes, player development, scheduling practices, controlling budgets, and arranging all travel logistics.

         Recipient of 2004 Hispanic Hero Award presented by MetroStars and Budweiser for dedication and commitment to Hispanic community.

         Won 2003 Sporting Merit Award presented by City Hall of Galapagos in Ecuador.

         Served as Interim Head Coach for NY/NJ MetroStars and as Assistant Coach of MetroStars LA Galaxy.

         Recognized and awarded as Major League Soccer All-Star Assistant Coach in 2000.

         Assistant Coach of "Rest of America Team for charity game against Brazil World Cup Champions '94.

         2000 Major League Soccer Eastern Division Champion with NY/NJ MetroStars.

BA in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kean University, Union, NJ

Physical Education, Manuel Fajardo Universidad, Cuba

Physical Education, Guayaquil University, Ecuador

National "A" Coaching License, United Soccer Federation

Specialist in Strength and Conditioning, International Sports Sciences Association

Regional Diploma, National Soccer Coaches Association of America

Sports Concussion Injury Prevention and Management Certified

CPR and First Aid Certification

Youth Soccer Instructor, New Jersey

Substitute Teacher's Credential, State of New Jersey

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Merlin Soccer Club, Elizabeth, NJ, 2003 to Present

Founder / Owner / Operator

         Spearhead all aspects of youth soccer program development and delivery including organizational mission, vision, annual operating plan, staffing, marketing, promotion, community relations, and sponsorships.

         Oversee full-scope technological needs such as website maintenance, registration systems, tournament software, and social networking strategies.

Kean University, Union, NJ, 2015 to 2016

Soccer Assistant Coach

         Thoroughly evaluated strengths and weaknesses of student-athletes, and designed high-impact training and coaching strategies to maximize individual and team performance.

Elizabeth Public Schools, Elizabeth, NJ, 2010 to Present

Substitute Teacher

         Deliver curriculum in several subject areas as prepared by regular teacher, consistently exhibiting excellent talents in classroom management.

         Build students confidence, establish reasonable and understandable expectations, and maintain attendance records and other pertinent student data.

New Jersey Youth Soccer, East Windsor, NY, 2010 to Present

Member, Coaching Education Staff

         Prepare and provide comprehensive coaching education while maintaining attendance records and candidate progress files.

Elizabeth Public Schools, Elizabeth, NJ, 2010

Boys Middle School Team Soccer Coach

         Planned, scheduled, and coordinated soccer practices, and provided detailed instruction and demonstrations in technical and tactical aspects of soccer.

Major League Soccer: NY/NJ MetroStars, Secaucus, NJ, 2000 to 2002

Assistant Coach / Conditioning Coach

         Planned and scheduled practices, strategized against upcoming opponents, maintained team statistics, and supervised players during games and practices to provide direction and constructive feedback.

         Administered comprehensive physical evaluations of soccer players to determine conditioning techniques and prevent injuries.

         As Reserve Head Coach (2000 to 2001), recruited top talent statewide, orchestrated practices, and developed game plays to maximize wins.

Major League Soccer: LA Galaxy, Pasadena, CA, 1998 to 1999

Conditioning Coach

         Leveraged solid critical thinking abilities to methodically assess physical condition of players and design appropriate and customized fitness & conditioning programs.

         Maintained up-to-date team statistics, vital to proactively coordinating game strategies and pinpointing areas of focus for practice days.

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Prior background includes role as Assistant Coach / Conditioning Coach, Los Angeles Salsa U19, Fullerton CA;

and City of Guayas Select Team, Ecuador.

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February 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

Dear Mr. McKiernan,

Please accept this letter and accompanying resume in application for the Head Men's Soccer Coach (Assistant Director Ill) opportunity that is currently available with your department at Kean University. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

As indicated, I offer extensive experience as both a professional soccer player and coach with remarkable success in leading teams to win multiple championships. My proven talents in recruiting athletes, directing practices, and overseeing all administrative functions including fundraising will enable me to seamlessly transition into this role. My impressive background as a Major League Soccer Coach for the MetroStars and LA Galaxy further demonstrates my leadership expertise. To complement these qualifications, I offer strong communication skills, unstoppable energy and enthusiasm, and polished motivational skills which are paramount as a head coach.

My skills in developing student athletes to attain athletic, academic, and personal success are well-honed from substantial coaching experience, and by drawing upon my own professional soccer career in Ecuador to engage and inspire student-athletes. I am confident that I am an ideal candidate for this opportunity and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future. Please contact me anytime at the numbers listed above to schedule an interview.

Sincerely,

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