CHMS HEAD COACH BOYS SOCCER~BLUE HORNETS TEAM

About the role

The Blue Hornets Boys Soccer Team Head Coach reports directly to the Director of Athletics, who will provide a final evaluation to the superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training.
• Help athletes achieve an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and self-esteem.
• Supervise the overall upkeep, protection, and inventory of equipment and uniforms.
• Absorb and adhere to existing state and league regulations.
• Aid in transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.
• Attend league meetings for scheduling and rule updates.
• Create and maintain schedules for all levels of play.
• Communicate schedule changes to the Director of Athletics or athletic coordinator.
• Maintain proper safeguards for equipment storage areas.
• Prepare for and adhere to scheduled sport events or practices.
• Make recommendations for awards and clarify the award policy.
• Participate in budgeting with the Director of Athletics.
• Explain equipment guidelines and operate within the established budget.
• Understand and enforce policies from the student-athlete and CIAC handbooks.
• Establish fundamental teaching philosophy, skills, and techniques.
• Monitor and secure equipment rooms, coaches' office, and ensure safety.
• Submit postseason reports to the Director of Athletics.
• Ensure the health and welfare of student-athletes.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, paying attention to those who are injured or ill.
• Follow protocol for injured athletes.
• Organize pre-season meetings for players and coaches.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on student-athletes' performance.
• Maintain good public relations with media, parents, officials, opponents, and fans.
• Instill respect for equipment and school property.
• Direct student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
• Maintain current Connecticut coaching certification.

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.
• Updated CPR/First Aid training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.

Benefits

Appropriate placement on the negotiated teachers A-2 schedule.

Pay

Salary appropriate for the negotiated teachers A-2 schedule.

Schedule

N/A