Coach - Assistant, Soccer

FLSA Status: Exempt. Reports to: Head Coach and Activities Director.

About the Role

The Jefferson City School District is seeking a qualified Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach and Activities Director in serving the district’s 9,000 students across 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, 1 alternative school, 1 preschool, and various alternative educational programs. The assistant coach will collaborate with the head coach and activities director to deliver high-level service to students while promoting a culture of academic excellence. The role involves helping students develop skills, discipline, sportsmanship, and self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach students to achieve the highest possible skill level while aligning with the district’s academic values.
• Instruct individual participants in sport-specific skills.
• Plan and schedule regular in-season practices.
• Work closely with the head coach to enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior, including penalties for violations.
• Demonstrate effective human relations and communication skills.
• Assist the head coach in organizing and supervising the sports program.
• Ensure compliance with safety practices and all district rules, regulations, and policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Valid Missouri teacher certificate.
• Employment as a teacher in the Jefferson City School District.
• Previous coaching experience in the assigned sport (preferred).
• Satisfactory background clearance required by the district.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The role requires physical demands including some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, as well as fine finger dexterity. The assistant coach must be able to demonstrate performance in physical situations, such as outdoor weather or surface conditions, and assist with game plans or related tasks.