Assistant Boys Soccer Coach- West Albany High School

About the role

The role of the Assistant Coach is to support the Head Coach and be responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork. Greater Albany Public Schools believes that our Coaches must assume a major role in fostering cooperation and positive teamwork, exhibiting outstanding sportsmanship and fan involvement at games and special events and most importantly, assume a major role in the development of our youth as future leaders. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community.

Greater Albany Public Schools (GAPS) mission is "Building Bridges to Lifelong Learning and Brighter Futures." We strive to realize that mission for every child and adult, every day. Because of our commitment to that mission, GAPS is a great place to work and live. An easy drive to Eugene, Corvallis, and Salem, and less than ninety minutes from Portland, Albany offers a small town quality feel near urban amenities, magnificent natural resources, and the state's two major public universities (University of Oregon and Oregon State University). Residents enjoy easy access to the pacific coastline beaches, hiking and biking trails along the coastal mountain range, snowboard and skiing opportunities in the mountains to our east, and in its backyard the natural splendor of the Willamette Valley with its roving hills and wineries.

Location: West Albany High School. Reports to: Building Principal and/or Athletic Director.

Pay

Classification: Classified Salary Level: GAPS Employee - $3,023 - $3,445, Non-Employee - $2,268 - $2,587

Schedule

Work Calendar: Season

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach
• Provide coaching, character development, and direction to student athletes
• Foster cooperation and positive teamwork
• Exhibit outstanding sportsmanship and encourage fan involvement at games and special events
• Assume a major role in the development of youth as future leaders
• Interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and community

Requirements

• Positive communication strategies
• Organizational skills
• Safety awareness