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Work History
Hi, I’m

Albert Racca

Los Angeles

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Summary

Highley Dynamic and motivated individual promoting a holistic approach to soccer development by supporting the emotional, physical, and mental needs of each player.


Organized and dependable individual who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet club goals.


Bringing extensive experience guiding and mentoring athletes to reach optimum potential. Driven and high-achieving with winning-team seasons throughout career history. Passionate about mentoring athletes to build sustainable futures.

Licenses

Licenses

US Soccer National "C" License

US Soccer National "D" License

Certification

SPORTS & FITNESS PSYCHOLOGY CERTIFICATE

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Optimization
  • Seasonal Planning
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Parent Relations
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization
  • Mentoring Athletes
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Clinic Planning and Leadership

Accomplishments

Accomplishments


    Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club Boys 2011

    OC Kick-Off Champions - Flight 1 (2022)


    Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club Boys 2007

    Sweet 16 - Elite Academy League National Championship Dallas, TX (2021)


    Crossroads High School (2020)

    Boys Varsity Soccer - Regional and CIF Champions


    Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club Girls 2010

    CSL League Champions (2017)


Work History

Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club, Santa Monica , CA

Elite Academy - Soccer Coach
2017.01 - Current (7 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques and teamwork strategies.
  • Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
  • Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
  • Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Promoted Mental skills and techniques to help players overcome anxiety before games.

Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club, Los Angeles, CA

Camp Director
2021.07 - Current (3 years & 2 months)

Job overview

  • Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Supervised, guided and assisted students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
  • Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies.

Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club , Santa Monica , CA

Social Media Director
2022.03 - Current (2 years & 6 months)

Job overview

  • Brought about noticeable improvements to click rates, follower counts and engagement with clear and focused strategies.
  • Worked with graphic designers, photographers and production coordinators to develop content.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.

Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club, Santa Monica, CA

Little Kickers Coordinator
2021.09 - 2021.11 (2 months)

Job overview

  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Sent, Received and responded to parents requests via, emails, telephone calls and in-person interactions.
  • Supervised, guided and assisted coaches and players during training activities, small sided games, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by developing a culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
  • Brought in new players to the club by promoting a fun, healthy, safe, and holistic environment.

Crossroads School, Santa Monica, CA

Varsity Boys Soccer Assistant Coach
2016.11 - 2021.03 (4 years & 4 months)

Job overview

  • Worked closely with athletes one-on-one to help them improve their skills in Soccer.
  • Collaborated with head coach to determine player lineups and positioning.
  • Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
  • Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
  • Remained composed when communicating with others throughout heated game moments.
  • Organized practices, weight training sessions and scrimmages.
  • Ran effective practice drills to increase endurance and boost skills in athletes.
  • Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
  • Evaluated tapes of competition matches to assess strategies and plan counter approaches.


Iverbe Sports Camp, Los Angeles , CA

Iverbe Soccer Camp-Director
2017.08 - 2019.08 (2 years)

Job overview

  • Monitored camper behavior during training activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Supervised, guided and assisted coaches and campers during training activities, small sided games, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
  • Coached and mentored camp counselors and instructors in effective strategies for relating to campers and teaching important soccer and life skills.
  • Communicated with parents, staff and CIT's regarding campers or program issues.

Santa Monica Surf Soccer Club, Santa Monica, CA

Girls 2010 Age Coordinator
2018.01 - 2021.03 (3 years & 2 months)

Job overview

  • Developed a plan for developmental player success.
  • Curated training programs for age group.
  • Effectively communicated with players, directors, and parents about the developmental plan.
  • Built the age group into three healthy teams.
  • Communicated with age group coaches about session plans.
  • Created goals and benchmarks for players, parents, and players

Crossroads School, Santa Monica, CA

Girls Varsity Soccer Head Coach
2012.11 - 2014.03 (1 year & 4 months)

Job overview

  • Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques and teamwork strategies.
  • Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
  • Developed and implemented core values and team rules.
  • Prepared athletes for league play and tournaments.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.

Rangers Soccer Club, Provo, UT

Skills Soccer Trainer
2012.06 - 2013.07 (1 year & 1 month)

Job overview

  • Developed players love for the game through engaging exercises
  • Developed a tailored plan for the club and individual player.
  • Promoted self belief and confidence through sport
  • Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
  • Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.

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