2026-2027 Boys' Goalkeeper Coach (HS)

About the Role

The Assistant Coach carries out the aims and objectives of the sports program as outlined by the Head Coach; instructs athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. This job reports to the Head Coach/Athletic Director.

Pay

Stipend of $2,500.00

Responsibilities

• Instructs athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.
• Instructs participants on personal hygiene and safety procedures and in the need to report injuries to the coach and/or trainer immediately.
• Fosters among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to win, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Informs students of the insurance program available through the Manassas Park City Schools.
• Provides all students involved in the program a safe environment through adequate supervision.
• Assists Head Coach with maintaining individual and team performance records.
• Assists Head Coach in providing accurate records of equipment to the assistant to the Director of Athletics/Director of Student Activities.
• Conveys the policies of the team, local school, and MPCS (e.g., regulation on Student Responsibilities and Rights and Extra-Curricular Activities) to all participants.
• Ensures compliance with rules, policies, and regulations of the Virginia High School League, regional and district councils, and MPCS.
• Submits forms to the Director of Athletics/Director of Student Activities (e.g., eligibility rosters, players’ addresses, etc.) to meet requirements by the Virginia High School League, the School Board, local school, and MPCS.
• Follows School Activity Funds Manual and local school policies involving financial transactions.
• Establishes procedures for communicating with parents/guardians.
• Informs students about athletic programs and encourages their participation.
• Assists Head Coach with public relations and conveying information on the athletic program.
• Implements appropriate procedures when handling injury situations.
• Ensures availability of first aid kits and emergency care cards at all times.
• Inspects facilities, equipment, and environmental conditions to ensure the safety of participants.
• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Participates in the award program(s) in adherence to school procedures.
• Provides an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship.
• Assists other personnel and performs other duties as may be required to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• MPCS staff preferred.
• Knowledge and background in assigned sport.
• Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment and meet all MPCS, VHSL, and applicable training requirements for athletic coaches.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with other staff and the public.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

Clearances (Conditions for Employment)

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
• Tuberculosis Screening