ASSISTANT COACH - VARSITY BOYS SOCCER @ SHADLE PARK HIGH SCHOOL, CL TEMP.

Spokane School District • Spokane, WA

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About The Position

As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers. Develop student skills and attitudes and carry out the duties and responsibilities outlined in the school activities handbook. Preferred candidate will be organized, a good communicator to parents and athletes, and will work with the existing staff. Qualities to look for are being knowledgeable in soccer, supporting an education-based athletics program, and growing the program in both skill and in size. Temporary Role: Extracurricular Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays. Often, positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.

Requirements

• College degree or college training preferred with a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum qualification.
• Demonstrate positive attitude toward students and ability to motivate them toward developing a successful program.
• Understand the activity, its safety practice, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development, evidenced by course work and successful coaching of this activity.
• Be able to instruct students in the techniques and requirements of this activity.
• Ability to plan practices, events, and organize all the necessary materials and persons to carry out the sport/activity.
• Be able to consistently meet scheduled responsibilities for practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activities.
• Ability to work independently and/or cooperatively under supervision.
• Ability to work with all student coaches, colleagues, and other staff in a positive, professional, and equitable manner.
• Physical stamina to conduct the sport/activity and withstand various weather conditions.
• Implement the policies and rules/regulations as outlined in the school activities handbook.

Responsibilities

• See that school policies and rules/regulations are carried out as outlined by the building principal/activities coordinator and the activities handbook.
• Direct supervision and conduct of the team until students are dismissed from the building or returned to class.
• Conduct themself and their program in a professional manner and develop student skills and attitudes.
• See that the principal is informed of any program changes.
• Carry out the administration of the activity regarding: Insurance requirements, parent/guardian approval cards, maintaining team roster, accident reports, accountability of uniforms, team transportation, and security of athletes' personal property.
• Emphasize safety precautions, and be aware of the best training and injury procedures. Current first-aid certification is highly recommended.
• Distribute information/activity schedules to building principals, secretary, parents, and participants.
• Attend meetings as called by the activities coordinator. The pre- and post-season meetings are required as part of the coaching contract.
• Care for and maintain equipment for his/her activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan.
• Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED