Assistant Women's Soccer Coach, Part-time

About the role

The Assistant Women's Soccer Coach supports all aspects of the Meredith College soccer program. This position works closely with the Head Coach to provide a positive, competitive, and student-centered experience for our student-athletes while upholding the mission and values of Meredith College, NCAA Division III, and the USA South Athletic Conference.

Responsibilities

• Coaching & Player Development
• Affiliate with the planning and implementation of all training sessions and practice plans.
• Attend and actively coach at all team practices, competitions, and team activities as assigned.
• Affiliate with game preparation, scouting, in-game coaching, and post-game evaluation.
• Provide individual skill instruction and player development.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, accountability, leadership, and academic success.
• Recruiting
• Actively recruit prospective student-athletes through off-campus recruiting, including high school matches, club tournaments, showcases, and other recruiting events.
• Build and maintain relationships with club and high school coaches.
• Communicate regularly with prospective student-athletes and their families throughout the recruiting process.
• Affiliate with planning and coordinating on-campus recruiting visits, including itineraries, campus tours, meetings, and game day experiences.
• Maintain accurate recruiting records and assist with recruiting database management.
• Program Administration
• Affiliate with travel planning and serve as a driver for team travel when needed.
• Affiliate with team communications and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
• Help coordinate team events, community service activities, and alumni engagement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Colege coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the game of soccer and player development.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
• Valid NC driver's license with an acceptable driving record.