Varsity Boys Soccer Assistant Coach

Exciting Opportunity at University High School in San Francisco California

San Francisco University High School (UHS) is seeking a dedicated knowledgeable and team-oriented Varsity Boys Soccer Assistant Coach to join our coaching staff for the 2025 season. If youre an enthusiastic coach who values collaboration mentorship and teachingand who shares our core values of Inquiry Care Integrity Agency and Interconnectionwed love to hear from you.

At UHS athletics are a vital part of a students education. We believe that participation in sports helps students grow physically emotionally and intellectually. Our coaches aim to develop not only skilled competitors but also resilient thoughtful and community-minded young adults. Through athletics students learn teamwork leadership discipline and persistenceskills that serve them well beyond the playing field.

About San Francisco University High School

Founded in 1975 UHS is a coeducational independent day school located in San Franciscos Pacific Heights neighborhood. The school serves 518 students in grades 912 and is guided by its mission: to challenge each individual to live a life of integrity inquiry and purpose larger than the self.

About the Role

The Varsity Boys Soccer Assistant Coach supports the Program Head and Varsity Head Coach in all aspects of leading a competitive values-driven soccer program. This role plays an important part in developing players technical skills tactical understanding and overall growth within a positive and inclusive team culture.

Were looking for someone who loves the game connects well with student-athletes and contributes to a coaching staff that models teamwork professionalism and enthusiasm.

What Youll Do

• Assist in Coaching & Development: Help design and run dynamic engaging practices that challenge and develop players across all positions.
• Support Game Operations: Assist in planning strategy and game-day management for league matches tournaments and CIF playoffs.
• Foster Team Culture: Reinforce an environment of respect sportsmanship accountability and team pridevalues that extend beyond the field.
• Model Leadership: Be a visible positive role model for student-athletes; promote effort consistency and care for teammates.
• Collaborate with Staff: Work closely with the Head Coach athletic trainers and operations staff to ensure smooth practices and matches.
• Prioritize Safety: Ensure proper supervision and adherence to all UHS BCL and CIF safety protocols.
• Administrative Support: Assist with scheduling player communication and team events such as senior celebrations.
• Attend Department Meetings: Contribute to the broader athletic community through participation in staff meetings and department initiatives.

Who You Are

• Experienced Coach: Coaching or playing experience at the high school college or elite club level required.
• Soccer Knowledge: Strong grasp of game fundamentals player development and training design.
• Active Participant: Able to demonstrate and participate in drills when needed.
• Educator at Heart: Understands the developmental needs of adolescents and the educational value of sports.
• Collaborative & Dependable: Works well with other coaches communicates clearly and models professionalism.
• Organized & Responsible: Strong attention to detail in planning execution and follow-up with players.
• Certified: Current CPR/First Aid certification required; CIF Coaching Certification or willingness to complete upon hire.

Position Details

• Type: Seasonal part-time position
• Schedule: 56 days per week during the soccer season
• Compensation: $27.50/hour

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume electronically through the University High School website.

University High School values diversity and seeks talented coaches faculty and staff from all backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race color sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions) gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status religion national origin ancestry ethnicity creed age disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.