Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach, Upper School

The Harker School•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Harker School is seeking a Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach for its Upper School Athletic Program. The season has started and runs through February 2027. Coaches support the personal development of student-athletes by teaching sport-related skills, encouraging a competitive nature, modeling ethical behavior and good sportsmanship, and helping students develop leadership and life skills. The coach safely and effectively manages student groups, plans practices and games, communicates with the Athletic Director, staff, students, and parents, and follows the Upper School Coaches Handbook and program updates. The role includes attending coaches and seasonal parent meetings, supporting fair play and student safety during travel, and providing guidance to middle or lower school programs where applicable. The position may involve extended periods of standing or walking, with most time spent indoors in a gym and some outdoor exposure during team travel.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Experience coaching students ages 13–19.
Experience in or a strong background in volleyball, as stated in the posting.
Ability to model and promote a positive team culture and sportsmanship.
First Aid/CPR certified.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children is preferred.
One to two years of coaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and effectively manage groups of students.
Organize practice plans and game plans.
Communicate effectively with the Athletic Director, other staff, students, and parents.
Stay informed about weekly sports emails, developments, and changes.
Follow guidelines in the Upper School Coaches Handbook.
Complete miscellaneous tasks and duties as requested.
Attend coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings.
Ensure students participate fairly and in a sportsmanlike manner.
Ensure the safety and decorum of students while traveling to away games.
Maintain knowledge of league, section, and state bylaws pertaining to volleyball, as stated in the posting.
Provide guidance for middle and/or lower school programs where applicable.
Assume related duties as required or assigned.
Teach student-athletes sport-related skills and support their development of competitiveness, ethical behavior, sportsmanship, leadership, and life skills.