BAFCA Looking for new Coach Educators

The BAFCA is looking to recruit new Tutor/Assessors to assist with the delivery and assessment of the BAFCA Coach Education Programme.

In particular, as BAFCA expands delivery of the Level 2 American Football coaching award, Coach Educators are required to assist with delivery of both Level 1 (one day) and Level 2 (two day) courses, which usually take place on Saturdays with some possible Sunday events.

Applications from all geographical regions of Great Britain are welcomed.

Successful applicants will receive training, travel expenses and a nominal presentation fee.

ALL Applicants require:

• High standard of personal presentation
• Conscientious and enthusiastic approach to delivery of tasks
• Good timekeeping and reliability
• Good presentation and teaching skills
• Strong review and mentoring skills
• Competent administration skills
• The ability to work within a team
• Commitment to be available to deliver a minimum of 4 courses per year

Level 1 Applicants require:

• A good general knowledge of the sport with some coaching experience
• An understanding of Safety and Welfare issues
• A strong understanding of teaching/coaching methods
• Knowledge of safe techniques when blocking and tackling

Level 2 Applicants require:

• Level 1 competencies listed above, plus:
• A sound technical knowledge of all American Football positional skills
• A sound understanding of the tactical areas of Offense, Defense and Special Teams
• A basic understanding of the application of sport physiology to American Football.
• A basic understanding of the application of sports psychology to coaching American Football

Successful applicants would be expected to attend a training event scheduled for the weekend of Friday 21^st (evening) to Sunday 23^rd May.

Please submit your C.V. and cover letter by email to BAFCA Director of Education: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it