Girls Varsity Soccer Coach

Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Western Christian School - 5.0 Salem, OR Job Details Seasonal 1 day ago Qualifications Teamwork Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Sports coaching Working with high schoolers Team development Schedule management Supervising experience Team management Working with middle schoolers High school leadership Recruiting Training & development 1 year School policy and procedure enforcement Training Communication skills Soccer Stakeholder relationship building Entry level Full Job Description

WCS MISSION STATEMENT

Western Christian School equips students for a life of faith and learning by providing a Christ-centered-educational experience highlighted by four key distinctions: academic excellence, nurturing community, enrichment opportunities, peacebuilding & service.

OVERVIEW

Job Title:

Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Reports To:

Athletic Director Pay Structure:

Stipend Pay

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head Girls' soccer Coach is responsible for various aspects of the Girls' soccer Program, such as recruitingwithin the school, training, and coaching team members. The Head Girls' soccer Coach must abide by the OSAA rules and regulations, as well as those set by the Western Christian Board of Directors and the athletic administration at Western Christian School.

REQUIRED PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Be a committed Christ-follower,
• Attend a Christian church regularly,
• Be a role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others.
• Have the spiritual maturity and leadership abilities to align with Western Christian School's mission.
• Exemplify the Fruits of the Spirit and demonstrate additional character qualities such as servant leadership, humility, integrity, courage, enthusiasm, strength, courtesy, flexibility, gratitude, and wellness qualities such as energy, stamina, and endurance.
• Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.
• Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately.

Job Specifications:

Successful candidates must perform essential duties at a professional level. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions. This is a stipend position on a seasonal basis. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required):

• 1 or more years of experience coaching soccer at the high school level.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, opponents, officials, staff, parents, and students.
• Supervision and training of assistant Coaches and staff

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship. Coordinate the development, promotion, and retention for the Girls soccer Program from Middle School to High School.
• Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate.
• Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Hold a preseason meeting with all student-athletes and parents before the first official game.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and trips off school property, encouraging sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding their students' athletic performance.
• Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Attend staff meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.

Additional Knowledge/Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount alongside extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of OSAA rules.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes. Skills
• The applicant must possess the ability to communicate well.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The applicant must possess the ability to relate to students and teach them on and off the court.
• The applicant must be willing to accept a high level of accountability.
• The applicant must possess the ability to assess players and coaches effectively.
• The applicant should be professionally calm and motivationally intense.

The applicant should be a progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation. Please apply directly on our school website at: https://westernchristianschool.org/about-us/#employment

Work Location:

In person