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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Individual Development Lead - **Company:** St. John's University - **Location:** Orangeburg, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $70,000.0 - **Contract:** Franchise - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.teamworkonline.com/employment_opportunities/2187887/applications/new ## About the Role * UEFA A License (or equivalent US Soccer license) * Extensive experience within an elite academy or high-performance football environment. * Demonstrable experience designing and leading individual player development programs. * Excellent understanding of long-term player development. * Experience working within multidisciplinary environments. * Strong planning, organizational and communication skills. * Valid driver's license * Knowledge of Microsoft office; PowerPoint, Word, and Excel Personal Characteristics * Player-centered and development focused. * Excellent communicator and relationship builder. * High standards with strong attention to detail. * Collaborative leadership style. * Innovative, proactive and committed to continuous improvement. * Able to influence and challenge positively. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Applicants must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC * Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary ## Description New York City FC is seeking an Individual Development Lead. This role will lead and coordinate the Academy's individual player development program, ensuring every player receives a structured, intentional and aligned development experience. The role is responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring Individual Development Plans (IDPs), whilst providing enhanced support for the Academy's highest potential players through targeted coaching, mentoring and multidisciplinary collaboration. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Individual Player Development * Lead the Academy Individual Development Program across all age groups. * Design, implement and continually refine the Academy IDP framework. * Ensure every Academy player has an Individual Development Plan aligned to the Academy Game Model and Methodology. * Identify individual learning priorities through observation, training and match analysis. * Create clear objectives and action plans for players throughout the season. * Ensure development is intentional, measurable and aligned across departments. High Potential Player Program * Lead the Academy High Potential Player Program. * Prioritize enhanced support for the Academy's highest projected players. * Coordinate additional technical, tactical and position-specific interventions. * Provide regular one-to-one mentoring and career guidance. * Monitor player trajectory and recommend progression opportunities. * Liaise with player families, and other pertinent stakeholders, to ensure alignment between the player and the club Coaching & Player Interventions * Deliver on-field individual coaching sessions. * Lead individual and small-group technical development clinics. * Deliver video analysis sessions and feedback. * Support coaches in embedding individual objectives into team practice. * Ensure interventions complement team training. Mentoring & Evaluation * Maintain accurate player development records and IDPs. * Lead regular multidisciplinary player reviews. * Monitor progress against agreed KPIs. * Provide reports and recommendations to the Academy Director and Academy Technical Director. * Support retain/release and pathway decisions. Multidisciplinary Coordination * Coordinate collaboration between coaching, performance, medical, psychology, education and player care. * Ensure accountability for agreed player action plans. * Maintain regular communication with players and families regarding development where appropriate. * Drive consistency of individual development throughout the Academy. General Responsibilities * Attend Academy training, matches and tournaments as required. * Contribute to Academy leadership meetings. * Remain current with best practice in elite player development. * Maintain strong links with City Football Group and relevant stakeholders. * Undertake any additional duties as directed by the Academy Director. WHO YOU ARE: At New York FC, we are committed to upholding our core club values and our values guide how we show up and work together every day. If you share our values listed below, please consider NYCFC as a great place for you to work (and play): Acts Honorably: listens and communicates respectfully, without judgement Engages Collaboratively: provides and seeks constructive feedback to and from peers, proactively sharing appreciation for quality contributions of others Champions Inclusion: celebrates the value of differences recognizing the value in the unique backgrounds and lived experiences of every team member Drives Forward: embraces new opportunities with curiosity and a focus on improvement and innovation Shows Heart: demonstrates passion for the Club and sport, operating as an NYCFC ambassador in encouraging and inspiring that passion in others ## Related Videos - [Successful talent development: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1002-successful-talent-development-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Coffee with Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/354-coffee-with-developers) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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