Middle School Boys Soccer Coach

Reports to: Middle School Director of Athletics

FT/PT/R/T: PartTime Temporary

UPrep is seeking a talented engaging and compassionate Middle School Soccer Coach. We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. We need a leader who understands best practices in coaching soccer and thrives on working independently as well as part of a team. If that sounds like you wed like to hear from you.

Who We Are:

Job Summary:

Under general supervision leads one of the multiple Middle School boys soccer teams. Season begins on August 27^th and concludes October 31^st. Practices held twice a week (Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00pm 4:30pm) and all matches are held between 2:30pm 6:00pm.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Discusses game strategy and technique with Varsity coaching staff
• Conducts player evaluations during tryouts and midseason review
• Manages player development based on program core competencies
• Works with Asst. Athletic Dir. and Middle School coaching staff to create practice plans that are skill appropriate
• Teaches appropriate fundamentals techniques and skills
• Is responsible for the health and safety of the athletes
• In cooperation with Varsity Head Coach articulates a welldefined and understandable coaching philosophy
• Applies developmentally appropriate and age appropriate methods to coaching studentathletes
• Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes
• Clearly communicates to players parents administrators and staff
• Positively motivates athletes and promotes teamwork
• Directs offcourt curriculum
• Attends all meetings and trainings as required by the league and/or Athletic Director
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the schools documents
• Since safety and security are everyones responsibility takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students faculty staff equipment materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelors degree in physical education or related field from a fouryear college or university preferred
• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching soccer required
• Recent successful coaching experience in a Middle School environment preferred
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Must be a strong successful soccer player
• Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of soccer
• Understanding of the developmental needs of middle school aged students
• Efficient well organized and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Professional manner discretion and appearance
• Sense of humor energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Ability to stand stoop kneel crouch bend walk and talk
• Ability to use hands to finger handle feel or operate objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in any weather
• Some local travel may be required

Salary:

• Salary Stipend is based on experience and ranges from $2100 $3000
• Stipend paid in two monthly installments at the end of September and October
• This position is eligible for statutory benefits only

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