JV Girls Soccer Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The JV Girls Soccer Coach provides coaching, development, and supervisory responsibilities for the athletic program at Rampart High School. The coach is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. The role supports athletes’ individual and team growth, promotes character development, and creates a positive and competitive environment. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on District approval of the related athletic event during the school year. Certifications listed as required qualifications may be obtained after accepting the position. The coach is expected to maintain consistent attendance, communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and program stakeholders, manage program responsibilities and equipment, prepare practices, supervise athletes and facilities, and comply with governing-body rules and regulations. The position works in a professional school environment, primarily independently and frequently with others, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. Work may include scheduled and extended school/work hours or days as directed. The role is listed as part-time and benefits-ineligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools); may be obtained upon acceptance of the position.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and interact with the public courteously and professionally.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications in an educational community.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and work cooperatively in a team setting.
Effective organizational and time-management skills; attention to detail.
Flexibility and patience in work demands, with the ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed within the position responsibilities.
Commitment to student education, with a student-centered and relationship-focused approach.
Demonstrated cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to promote a positive climate, culture, and community.
Demonstration of citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness.

Nice To Haves

Initial Colorado Department of Education teacher license.
Professional Colorado Department of Education teacher license.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and perform other assigned duties.
Meet established performance standards, seek supervisor and colleague feedback, and pursue professional growth and learning.
Set and reinforce expectations for athlete behavior and communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and program stakeholders.
Manage fiscal responsibilities in a timely manner.
Apply knowledge of the sport, policies, rules, game management strategies, athlete development, and governing-body regulations.
Provide fair, patient, and supportive leadership that fosters a positive environment.
Communicate professionally and promptly, using appropriate modes of communication, and build respectful relationships with stakeholders.
Build and maintain a program that promotes individual and team growth and opportunities for success.
Identify and apply strategies and tactics to improve individual and team competitive outcomes.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and use clear, consistent, and proactive communication procedures.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, take a proactive approach to injuries, and ensure medical release before return to play.
Plan character development for athletes on daily, weekly, monthly, and annual schedules.
Prepare detailed practice plans supporting skill progression and strategy development.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.