Varsity Boys Head Soccer Coach, Upper School

The Harker School • San Jose, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harker School is seeking a Boys Varsity Head Soccer Coach for its Upper School athletic program. This seasonal position will run from November through February. Practices and games generally take place Monday through Friday, with some evening and Saturday commitments depending on the competition schedule. Our coaches must be committed to the personal development of our student-athletes. This includes teaching skills, techniques, and strategies relating to soccer while creating a competitive, supportive, and team-oriented environment. As the Varsity Head Coach, you will provide leadership for the program while helping students develop athletic skills, ethical behavior, good sportsmanship, leadership, accountability, and other important life skills.

Requirements

• Ability to coach, mentor, and lead students ages 13–19
• Strong background in competitive soccer
• Knowledge of soccer fundamentals, rules, tactics, conditioning, and player development
• Ability to develop effective practice plans and game strategies
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to build a positive, competitive, and inclusive team culture
• Ability to model and promote sportsmanship, accountability, teamwork, and ethical behavior
• At least 18 years of age
• First Aid/CPR certified
• Previous competitive soccer playing and/or coaching experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children preferred; must be comfortable working with and around school-age children
• 1–2 years of coaching experience preferred; previous head coaching or varsity-level coaching experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for safely and effectively managing the Boys Varsity Soccer program and its student-athletes
• Organizes and implements practice plans, game plans, team strategies, and player development
• Provides instruction in soccer fundamentals, tactics, conditioning, and game strategy
• Establishes expectations for student-athlete conduct, attendance, effort, and sportsmanship
• Provides leadership and direction to assistant coaches and works collaboratively with the broader athletics staff
• Communicates effectively with the Athletic Director, coaching staff, students, and parents
• Stays informed regarding weekly sports emails, updated developments, and schedule changes
• Follows all guidelines as expressed in the Upper School Coaches Handbook
• Completes miscellaneous tasks and duties as requested
• Attends coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings
• Ensures students participate in a fair and sportsmanlike manner
• Ensures the safety and appropriate conduct of students while traveling to away games
• Maintains knowledge of league, section, and state bylaws pertaining to soccer
• Collaborates with other coaches to support the overall development and continuity of Harker's soccer program
• Provides guidance for middle and/or lower school programs where applicable
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned

Benefits

• Pay for this position is determined according to The Harker School's established pay scale and is based on relevant education and experience, as evaluated by the Human Resources Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed