Soccer Head Coach

About the Role

The Soccer Head Coach is a mission-aligned leader who embodies EHA's philosophy of Christian education and cultivates in students a love for the sport of soccer. The coach provides leadership in the planning, implementation, coordination, supervision, and evaluation of the EHA soccer program.

This position reports directly to the Athletic Director and works in collaboration with the Administrative Team.

Requirements

• Be in agreement with the EHA statement of faith
• Demonstrate a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ
• Exhibit a passion for Christian urban education
• Support EHA's philosophy of education and core values
• Have experience as a head coach and player
• Hold First-aid and CPR certification or be eligible for certification

Skills

• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Effective coaching and player-development skills
• Soccer knowledge, including proper technique, strategy, and game management
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and service-oriented communication
• Clear verbal and written communication skills

Schedule

• Seasonal position lasting 8-12 weeks (End of August – End of October)
• Approximately 12-18 hours per week, depending on game and practice schedules
• Practices generally held on Monday - Thursday; most Fridays off except for scheduled game days

Responsibilities

Supervision

• Supervise all practices and games for the soccer team
• Supervise student-athletes after school during practices and while traveling to and from games
• Supervise student-athletes during pickup and dismissal after practices and games

Planning

• Collaborate with the Athletic Director (AD) to set team goals
• Develop plans for individual skill development, team concepts, drills, and conditioning
• Review athletic schedules with AD to ensure availability for all practices and games
• Coordinate with AD regarding athletic award ceremonies

Transportation

• Coordinate and execute transportation plans for all team travel, including travel dates, roster counts, and departure/return times

Coach and Student Athlete Recruitment

• Assist the AD in selecting assistant coaches and volunteers
• Provide orientation, direction, and training for assistant coaches

Athletic Events

• Be present at all games and practices
• Work with the AD to coordinate game-day duties (equipment manager, timekeeper, scorekeeper, bookkeeper, etc.)
• Ensure first aid kits are available at all practices and games
• Promote and model good sportsmanship among athletes, students, and fans

Administrative Duties

• Report and document all athletic injuries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date stat books

Communication

• Conduct meetings with athletes, parents, and coaches as needed
• Communicate facility, field, or equipment concerns to the AD
• Collaborate with all coaches to ensure athletes and parents understand all rules and expectations
• Promote a welcoming environment for visiting teams, guests, and officials

Supplies, Equipment, & Uniforms

• Maintain equipment, supplies, and uniforms in good condition
• Communicate needs for new or replacement items to AD
• Inspect athletic areas for cleanliness and proper storage of supplies, equipment, and uniforms
• Oversee the return of all equipment, unused supplies, and uniforms at season's end using a checklist