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Dan Contreras

Little Falls

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven coach with a proven track record. Skilled in game strategy development and team management, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration while enhancing player performance through individualized training and positive reinforcement techniques.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Varsity Head Coach Girls Soccer

Northern Highlands Regional High School
06.2025 - Current

. Responsible for leading, organizing, and managing the high school’s girls varsity soccer program

. Develop and implement a comprehensive practice plan emphasizing skill development, conditioning, teamwork, and competitive readiness.

. Ensure proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games, travel events, and team activities.

. Assist with program building, including youth outreach, off-season training, and coordination with JV/Freshman coaches.

Paraprofessional

West Orange Board of Education
01.2019 - Current

. Assist neurodiverse students with classwork and activity preparation.

.Collaborate with teachers to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.

. Improve behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.

Trainer and Coach

Montclair United Soccer Club
09.2019 - 06.2025

. Coached the premier girls teams of Montclair United.
. Established and maintained a competitive, high-performing team culture.
. Ran drills and fitness circuits that improved athletes' coordination and skills.

. Mentored athletes on sportsmanship and teamwork skills necessary to build a positive team dynamic.

Assistant/Interim Head Coach Girls Varsity Soccer

Montclair Board of Education
08.2018 - 03.2025

. Assist the head coach with game day coaching and preparation.

. Took over coaching responsibilities full-time in the Head Coach's absence.

. Lead the team to the North 1 Group 4 Sectional State Title, the first in four years.
. Lead the team to win the "Essex County Team of the Year."

Finished the season with a #12 final ranking on NJ.Com Top 20.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05-2017

Skills

    Team management
    Game strategy development

    Conflict resolution
    Player recruitment

    Communication skills

    Relationship building

    Individualized education plans

    Behavior modification

Certification

. USSF F Coaching License

. CPR/First Aid/AED
. CPI Certified

Timeline

Varsity Head Coach Girls Soccer

Northern Highlands Regional High School
06.2025 - Current

Trainer and Coach

Montclair United Soccer Club
09.2019 - 06.2025

Paraprofessional

West Orange Board of Education
01.2019 - Current

Assistant/Interim Head Coach Girls Varsity Soccer

Montclair Board of Education
08.2018 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

West Virginia University