2027-2028 Assistant Coach, Boys Soccer - Central High School

Springfield Public Schools•Springfield, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Springfield, Missouri Public School District is seeking an Assistant Coach to assist in designing and implementing the athletic program for the assigned sport in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. The role includes supervising coaching personnel and student athletes, using sound instructional techniques, serving as a positive role model, and representing the school and program in dealings with other schools, the community, and organizations. The Assistant Coach supports student athletes’ athletic development and academic eligibility, plans and conducts practices and events, evaluates facilities and equipment for safety, maintains program records, and helps identify and address program needs. The position is seasonal and non-exempt, with an extracurricular stipend. The posting identifies the role as being at Central High School, although its internal job-title line refers to Girls Soccer while the heading refers to Boys Soccer.

Requirements

Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
A minimum of 60 college hours is required.
Satisfactory background clearance is required.
Knowledge of basic math, technical information, technical writing or persuasive communication, and analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Knowledge of community support organizations and public relations; equipment used in the program; injury prevention and treatment protocols; applicable laws, codes, policies, and regulations; participant eligibility, attendance, and discipline guidelines; professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.
Ability to administer first aid and apply applicable laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
Ability to coordinate activities with other schools, districts, and agencies; organize and communicate information; oversee financial transactions; and use basic job-related equipment.
Ability to schedule numerous activities, meetings, and events; gather, collate, and classify data; independently analyze issues and develop action plans; and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups, maintain positive relationships, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and communicate with people of varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to provide effective feedback, set expectations, delegate and organize tasks, monitor multiple goals, demonstrate leadership, build teams, and motivate student athletes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, handle frequent interruptions, enforce consistent discipline and sportsmanship, and travel to off-campus events and competitions.
Ability to work extended hours that may include evenings and weekends.
The job requires occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in a job-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze opponents’ strategies before or during athletic events to assess strengths and weaknesses and develop an appropriate game plan.
Assess student athletes and provide feedback on individual performance and team placement or development.
Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences related to the role.
Assist with program-support activities, including parent orientations, recognition events, and banquets.
Develop individual and team practice routines, including strength, speed, agility, nutrition, and injury-prevention activities.
Develop game strategies and plans to prepare the team and student athletes.
Evaluate facilities, playing fields, and equipment for hazards or deficiencies and recommend or assist with safety modifications.
Identify program needs and recommend expenditures for activities, equipment, and supplies.
Identify appropriate uses of program funding in compliance with state and district policies and practices.
Implement practice schedules and related events, including facility and equipment use and staff assignments.
Instruct student athletes to promote athletic skills, teamwork, and individual growth.
Maintain records such as statistics, insurance information, permission forms, emergency information, schedules, and equipment inventories.
Monitor student athletes’ academic eligibility and provide or arrange appropriate intervention when needed.
Oversee student managers and volunteers, providing direction and monitoring their activities.
Represent the athletic program and District at functions such as meetings, tournaments, and workshops.
Supervise student athletes during competitions, travel, meetings, and practices to help ensure a safe environment.
Support students during the college recruiting process.
Perform other related duties assigned by the head coach.
Travel to off-campus athletic events and competitions.
Work extended hours that may include evenings and weekends.
Follow employee punctuality and appearance expectations, including working assigned hours unless approved leave or schedule changes apply.