KENNETH COSTANTINO
Senior Lecturer & Football Coach
Birzebbuga,B'Buga
Summary
Inspiring Coach 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 training and eating habits.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Lecturer II
MCAST
Paola, Paola
9 2004 - Current
- Company Overview: Institute of Community Services
- Preparing students for the level 3 Diploma and 4 Advanced Diploma in Sports.
- Lecturing includes teaching Sports students about field-based and lab-based fitness testing, principles in sports coaching, including session preparation and delivery and teaching students how to evaluate own performance.
- Part of the tasks of the lecturer include helping scholars develop an understanding of the ethics, professionalism and behaviours required to become a successful and respected coach
- Institute of Community Services
- Contributed to program accreditation efforts by compiling documentation and participating in site visits with external evaluators.
- Revised curriculum to align with industry trends, ensuring students were prepared for the job market.
- Designed course materials such as syllabi, lecture notes, assignments aligned with both programmatic outcomes as well as course-specific objectives.
- Implemented active learning techniques in the classroom, increasing student participation and critical thinking skills.
Women’s Senior Team Head Coach, & Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
Paola, Paola
06.2024 - Current
- Currently sitting in 1st place after round 1
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and led coaching staff.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Reduced errors in daily tasks with thorough training sessions and regular feedback on individual performances.
- Adopted coaching methodologies and strategies, adjusting as needed to maximize effectiveness based on unique needs of each team member.
Women’s Senior Team Head Coach, & Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
Paola, Paola
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Appointed in January 2024 to take over and lead the senior team, organize the first team technical staff and improve the team’s performances
- Ended 3rd in the league and cup finalists
- Enhanced overall team productivity by creating a positive work environment and promoting open communication among team members.
- Addressed underperformance issues promptly with corrective action plans designed to drive rapid improvement in targeted areas.
Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
Paola, Paola
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Appointed to give technical direction to the youth academy and competitive teams.
- Increased members by over 30%, won U16s league with an unbeaten record of 100% wins.
U20s Men’s Team Head Coach, Consultant Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
Paola, Paola
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Tasked to set up a professional technical staff for the club's second team
- implemented and develop a training program aimed at developing players and bridging the gap needed to break into senior team football.
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
- Evaluated player performance regularly through skill assessments and video analysis to provide targeted feedback on areas of improvement.
Technical Director and Administrator Women’s Sector and U20s Women’s Team Coach, Interim Women’s Senior Team Coach
Kirkop FC
Kirkop, Kirkop
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Implementing a new program of work, code of ethics, coaches training courses and instilling an approach to training methodology
- Established a specialised Goalkeeper training program
- Elected as Vice-chairman to the Women’s standing committee and women’s football representative on the MFA executive committee Board
1st Team Coach – Women’s Team
Kirkop FC
Kirkop, Kirkop
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Reach targets set by the club and introduced several youth players to the first team
Male 1st Team Coach
Birzebbuga SPFC
Birżebbuġa, Birzebbuga
06.2016 - 04.2019
- Reach targets set by the club and introduced several youth players to the first team and obtained the highest number of points in the history of the club whilst competing in the second division
Head Coach and U17s Team Coach
Luqa SA Youth Nursery
Luqa, Luqa
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Implemented new curriculum, code of ethics, coaches training and a new approach to training methodology
- Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw all academy coaches.
1st Team Coach/Head Coach
Mosta Ladies Team
Mosta, Il-Mosta
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Winners Super cup, Runners up 1st Division League, KO finalists
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Assessed individual strengths and weaknesses within the team, providing targeted coaching to enhance performance levels.
Physical Trainer
Birzebbuga St Peters FC
Birżebbuġa, Birzebbuga
06.2011 - 04.2012
- Retained 1st Division Status
- Improved player fitness levels by developing personalized workout routines and nutritional plans.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
1st Team Coach
Luxol Ladies Team
St. Julian's, Saint Julian
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Retained 1st Division Status
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Developed relationships with players to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
1st Team Coach
Birzebbuga St Peters
Birżebbuġa, Birzebbuga
06.2008 - 05.2010
- Retained 2nd Division Status obtaining highest ever position in club history at the time
- Introduced 8 youth players from the club’s academy
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Addressed underperformance issues promptly with corrective action plans designed to drive rapid improvement in targeted areas.
1st Team Coach
Birkirkara Women’s Team
Birkirkara, Birkirkara
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Won first league title in club history and two K/O competitions
- Developed a number of youth players who made it to National Team
- Pioneered a first-time participation for a Maltese women’s team in the UEFA Women’s Champions League competition
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for personal growth.
- Assessed individual strengths and weaknesses within the team, providing targeted coaching to enhance performance levels.
- Promoted collaboration and teamwork by fostering a culture of trust, respect, and support among colleagues.
1st Team Coach
Luqa FC
Luqa, Luqa
06.2005 - 05.2006
- Promoted a number of youths into the first team
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
1st Team Coach
Sta. Venera FC
Saint Venera, Saint Venera
06.2003 - 05.2005
- Winning promotion to 2nd division
- Promoted several youths into the first team
- Maintained and improved operational performance by completing action plans, resolving problems, and controlling implementations.
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
Under 19s Team Coach
Sta Venera FC
Saint Venera, Saint Venera
06.2000 - 05.2003
- Winning promotion to Section B and K/O competition
- Winning promotion to Section A
- 4 players were regularly included in the first Team
1st Team Coach
Birkirkara Womens’ Team
Birkirkara, Birkirkara
06.1999 - 05.2000
- Runners up 1st Division and K/O winners
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Addressed underperformance issues promptly with corrective action plans designed to drive rapid improvement in targeted areas.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
1st Team Coach
Luqa FC Ladies Team
Luqa, Luqa
06.1998 - 05.1999
- Promoted to 1st Division
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for personal growth.
Under 14s Team Coach
Luqa FC
Luqa, Luqa
06.1997 - 05.1998
- Winners Section C
- Improved team performance by implementing effective coaching strategies and setting clear goals.
- Enhanced overall team productivity by creating a positive work environment and promoting open communication among team members.
- Assessed individual strengths and weaknesses within the team, providing targeted coaching to enhance performance levels.
- Addressed underperformance issues promptly with corrective action plans designed to drive rapid improvement in targeted areas.
Education
Master of Science - International Sports Coaching
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England 09.2022 - 10.2024
Award - Sports Coaching
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
Malta 10.2021 - 07.2022
Match Analyst Diploma - Football Coaching
Malta Football Association
Malta 04.2021 - 06.2021
Post Graduate Diploma - Vocational Education Applied Research
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
Malta 10.2020 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Research Methodology And Quantitative Methods
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
Malta 09.2018 - 06.2019
Graduate Teaching Certificate - Vocational Education & Training
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
Malta 09.2016 - 10.2017
UEFA Elite Diploma - Football Coaching
Malta Football Association
Malta 05.2013 - 05.2014
Physical Trainer Course -
Malta Football Association
Malta 03.2011 - 07.2011
Personal Trainer Diploma - Sports Studies
Focus Training
Bolton, England 01.2010 - 12.2011
Gym Instructor Diploma - Sports Studies
Focus Training
Bolton, England 01.2010 - 12.2010
Skills
Mentoring and Coaching
Research and analysis
Interpersonal abilities
Curriculum Development
Academic Research
Collaborative learning
Problem-Solving
Effective Communication
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/28/73
- Nationality: Maltese
Languages
Maltese, English
Native language
Italian
Proficient
C2
Portuguese
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Elementary
A2
Interests
Reading
Travelling
DIY
Timeline
Women’s Senior Team Head Coach, & Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
06.2024 - Current
Women’s Senior Team Head Coach, & Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
01.2024 - 05.2024
Technical Coordinator for the Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
07.2023 - 12.2023
Master of Science - International Sports Coaching
Liverpool John Moores University
09.2022 - 10.2024
U20s Men’s Team Head Coach, Consultant Women’s Division
Hibernians FC
06.2022 - 05.2023
Award - Sports Coaching
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
10.2021 - 07.2022
Match Analyst Diploma - Football Coaching
Malta Football Association
04.2021 - 06.2021
Post Graduate Diploma - Vocational Education Applied Research
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
10.2020 - 01.2021
Technical Director and Administrator Women’s Sector and U20s Women’s Team Coach, Interim Women’s Senior Team Coach
Kirkop FC
06.2020 - 05.2022
1st Team Coach – Women’s Team
Kirkop FC
06.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Research Methodology And Quantitative Methods
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
09.2018 - 06.2019
Graduate Teaching Certificate - Vocational Education & Training
Malta College of Arts, Science And Technology
09.2016 - 10.2017
Male 1st Team Coach
Birzebbuga SPFC
06.2016 - 04.2019
Head Coach and U17s Team Coach
Luqa SA Youth Nursery
06.2013 - 05.2016
UEFA Elite Diploma - Football Coaching
Malta Football Association
05.2013 - 05.2014
1st Team Coach/Head Coach
Mosta Ladies Team
06.2012 - 05.2013
Physical Trainer
Birzebbuga St Peters FC
06.2011 - 04.2012
Physical Trainer Course -
Malta Football Association
03.2011 - 07.2011
1st Team Coach
Luxol Ladies Team
06.2010 - 05.2011
Personal Trainer Diploma - Sports Studies
Focus Training
01.2010 - 12.2011
Gym Instructor Diploma - Sports Studies
Focus Training
01.2010 - 12.2010
1st Team Coach
Birzebbuga St Peters
06.2008 - 05.2010
1st Team Coach
Birkirkara Women’s Team
06.2006 - 05.2008
1st Team Coach
Luqa FC
06.2005 - 05.2006
1st Team Coach
Sta. Venera FC
06.2003 - 05.2005
Under 19s Team Coach
Sta Venera FC
06.2000 - 05.2003
1st Team Coach
Birkirkara Womens’ Team
06.1999 - 05.2000
1st Team Coach
Luqa FC Ladies Team
06.1998 - 05.1999
Under 14s Team Coach
Luqa FC
06.1997 - 05.1998
Senior Lecturer II
MCAST
9 2004 - Current
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