AYSO National Instructor Course VIP Instructor Course #909 AYSO National Instructor Course

Prerequisites: Volunteer Application Introduction to Instruction VIP Volunteer Training

The Need for Training and Certification Prepares volunteers for their jobs Protects volunteers Reduces likelihood of player abuse Reduces likelihood of volunteers being accused Provides personal achievement

Purpose This course is designed to teach AYSO Instructors how to deliver the VIP Volunteer Training Course to a myriad of participants: coaches, referees, buddies, family members, Region and Area administrators.

Course Objectives Understanding the AYSO culture and its philosophy Strategies to support VIP families Understanding and presenting the VIP Volunteer Training lesson plan

AYSO’s Vision Statement To provide world class youth soccer programs that enrich children’s lives. The vision of the AYSO VIP Program is to create VIP teams in every AYSO Region wherever possible and to maximize opportunities for VIP player participation where VIP teams are not available.

AYSO’s Mission Statement To develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment based on AYSO’s philosophies.

AYSO’s VIP Mission Statement The Mission of the AYSO VIP Program is to provide a quality soccer experience for individuals whose physical or mental disabilities make it difficult for them to successfully participate on mainstream soccer teams. What is successful participation? It should be defined by the player’s enjoyment and the safety of all team members.

AYSO’s Six Philosophies Everyone Plays® Balanced Teams Open Registration Positive Coaching Good Sportsmanship Player Development

Practicum - Comfort level To help you feel comfortable standing in front of a group, you will give two presentations today. One personal mini- presentation and the other is a 10 – 15 minute presentation from the VIP Volunteer Training course.

Comfort level - No need to panic Your will have time to prepare for your longer presentation and will have the materials to help you succeed!

Personal Presentation 2 minute maximum Name SAR AYSO position(s) VIP experience Which philosophy means the most to you and why?

Easy enough? Now you know more about your classmates and feel more comfortable speaking in front of a group, right?

Function of Culture Culture holds people together Culture provides continuity Culture creates community

Elements That Sustain Culture Common values Code of conventions Identified purpose Unified plan Common language Atmosphere of trust and respect

AYSO Culture National Office of AYSO Vision Statement Mission Statement Philosophies Kids Zone® / AYSO Team National coach/referee/ administrator/special programs Unified instructor program

VIP Families – Special Families, Special Needs May feel they are “different” Must deal with many agencies and professionals May not ask for help to join a soccer group Respond better to personal contact Siblings may feel isolated

VIP Families – Special Families, Special Needs Most families “shop around” for sports organizations their children want to participate in but not VIP families.

Parents Work With: Social Services Social Security Many agencies: -Mental health -Physical health

Parents Work With: Special Education professionals -Speech therapist -Physical therapist -Occupational therapist Medical professionals -Specialists -Psychiatrist

Be Aware/Be an Advocate Medical/financial needs Daily care of child Field accessibility needs Scheduling needs – “same” works best -Same day, same time, same field

Make Personal Contacts Attend parent meetings or support groups Build a relationship with one parent who can reach others

Accepting and Inviting Emphasize participation on any level player is capable of Show interest in child and disability Involve the family in VIP Be flexible

Methods of Teaching I listen – I hear I see – I understand I do – I know I teach and I learn. Take away something new every time you teach!

Why do a practicum? Doing or practicing brings confidence and better presentation, therefore better learning The more practice, the easier it becomes “Teaching what you know” increases the likelihood of success

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