Middle School Assistant Soccer Coach

The North Plainfield School District is seeking a dedicated energetic and student-centered individual to serve as the Assistant Middle School Soccer Coach for the upcoming season.

North Plainfield is a diverse and vibrant community committed to developing the whole child through academics athletics and extracurricular opportunities. Our athletic programs emphasize skill development sportsmanship teamwork leadership and character. We are seeking a coach who is passionate about supporting middle school student-athletes and fostering a positive inclusive environment where all students can grow and succeed.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

• Previous soccer coaching and/or competitive playing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of soccer fundamentals skill development strategies and rules of the game.
• Ability to teach proper techniques while developing student-athletes of varying skill levels.
• Assist the Head Coach in planning and implementing practices game strategies and team activities.
• Commitment to building a positive inclusive and competitive team environment.
• Strong leadership communication organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor for middle school student-athletes.
• Emphasis on sportsmanship teamwork discipline accountability and academic success.
• Foster a team culture that reflects the districts core values of Caring Appreciation Respect and Determination (C.A.R.D.).
• Collaborate effectively with the Head Coach athletic department school staff and families.
• Responsible for supervising student-athletes during practices games travel and team activities.
• Assist with equipment management uniform distribution and other program logistics as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with all district policies athletic department procedures league regulations and New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association requirements.
• Must follow all district and athletic department policies and procedures.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain.
• New Jersey teaching certificate or substitute certificate required.

Compensation

Compensation will be in accordance with the applicable negotiated agreement.

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