Assistant Coach - Boys Soccer

Olympia School District•Olympia, WA

About The Position

The Assistant Coach at the high school level assists with the education, leadership, supervision, and organization of the assigned interscholastic sport or activity. For boys soccer, the assistant provides leadership and organization as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director, supervises athletes and support personnel, promotes safety, and supports student participation in accordance with District, school, league, state, and national rules. The position requires prior coaching experience in the designated sport or activity and current required certifications and training. First Aid, CPR, and concussion training must be completed before the first day of practice; further WIAA/OSD-required training must be completed within the first two weeks of the season.

Requirements

Prior experience coaching soccer at the high school level or above.
Prior experience as an Assistant Coach, Head Coach, or Approved Volunteer Coach in the designated sport or activity.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate respectfully and professionally with coaches, staff, students, parents, and community members.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
Current First Aid/CPR certification.
Current WIAA/OSD-approved training in Head Injuries/Concussions.
At least WIAA Continuous Training Level status.
Successfully passed WIAA rules tests and/or the WIAA Officials test for the specific sport.
Ability to motivate student athletes and communicate with individuals and groups from varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to work cooperatively with coaches, administrators, staff, and support personnel; organize and manage assigned aspects of the sport or activity; and support District and building philosophy, goals, and objectives for student activities.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative professional working relationships, and meet schedules and deadlines.
First Aid, CPR, and concussion training must be completed before the first day of practice; further WIAA/OSD-required training must be completed within the first two weeks of the season.

Nice To Haves

WIAA Experienced or Preferred Coaching Standard status.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and organization for the assigned sport or activity as directed by the Head Coach and building Athletic Director.
Direct and supervise athletes, managers, and support personnel before, during, and after practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel, and other assigned school-sanctioned events.
Maintain current knowledge of national, state, league, and District rules and regulations related to the sport or activity, student participation, and parent and community involvement.
Report in writing to the Head Coach any equipment or facility found to be unsafe.
Teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to athletes throughout the season.
Complete the annual evaluation process within established timelines.
Immediately report injuries using the OSD Accident Report Form and established process, and communicate with the Head Coach about injuries and return-to-play timelines.
Monitor student compliance with the OSD Athletic Code, OSD Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy, building and team rules, and WIAA rules and regulations.
Report violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach and building Athletic Director within 24 hours of becoming aware of them.
Assist other personnel as needed to support completion of their work.
Participate in meetings, including parent conferences, professional development, hearings, and site meetings, to receive or provide information or meet credential requirements.