Assistant Coach- Boys Soccer

Position Overview

1.0 Assistant Coach- Soccer. Length of stipend: Fall, 1.0 FTE $2300

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the welfare and conduct of the members of their team from the time they report for practice or a game until they leave the school at the end of the activity.
• Exemplify good sportsmanship and offer respect and empathy to each athlete as an individual.
• Serve as a model in the education of the student athlete and shall never place the value of winning above the value of character building.
• Responsible for all matters pertaining to the organization and administration of coaching an athletic team.
• Plan and supervise the team to and from all events, practices, and competitions.
• Work with the athletics director and booster club on specific budget requests and spending, as well as, fund raising as needed.
• Support and implement in-season and out-of-season condition and weight training program with weight training staff.
• Coordinate practice and game schedules with the Athletics Office and coaches from other programs.
• Enforce and model discipline and positive sportsmanship at all times and establish and manage penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
• Perform other relevant duties regarding the program.

Specific Responsibilities

• Enforce all rules of the Minnesota State High School League and ISD 191 as they pertain to the respective sport.
• Follow athletic department policy in ordering equipment, uniforms, and supplies for the program.
• Assist Athletics Office to maintain complete and accurate records needed to participate in MSHSL sponsored athletics.
• Prepare and maintain a roster of the assigned team members, including grade level, team level, and positions.
• Report and document with an injury report form all major student injuries immediately to the Athletic Trainer and the Athletics Office.

Knowledge and Skills

• Has knowledge and background in the specific sport.
• Knowledge of State, Federal, and ISD 191 School Board Policies regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action.
• Evidence of and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with coworkers, parents, community members, supervisor, and students.
• Ability to receive feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to further the benefits of student participation in co-curricular activities.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Licensing Requirements

• Coaching license or have completed the MSHSL Coaching Certification preferred.
• Must be current on MSHSL Coaches Dashboard account with Continuing Education or be willing to complete requirements.