Assistant Girls Soccer Coach

Coffee County Schools; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffee County Schools in Manchester, TN is seeking an Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach and Athletic Director in developing student athletes and maintaining program standards. The role emphasizes adherence to district policies, safety, and positive role modeling.

The position involves preparing practice plans, coordinating with coaching staff, and supporting community engagement while upholding the district’s athletic program objectives and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Meets coaching criteria as defined by TSSAA and/or other state interscholastic sport governing association.
• Relevant coaching experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Follows all school rules and system policies.
• Serves as head coach designee in absence of head coach.
• Follows all rules and regulations regarding the sport as defined in the TSSAA handbook.
• Provides technical expertise in coaching the assigned athletic activity.
• Maintains professionalism on and off the field.
• Assists Head Coach in organizing team tryouts and practice schedule.
• Teaches student athletes values of citizenship, honesty, integrity, self-discipline, courage, loyalty and sportsmanship.

Skills

Coaching criteria (TSSAA)

Coaching experience

Verbal and interpersonal skills

Job description

COFFEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

Job Description

Assistant Coach

Responsible to: Principal

Head Coach

Athletic Director

Qualifications:

1. Meets coaching criteria as defined by TSSAA and/or other state interscholastic sport

governing association.

1. Relevant coaching experience preferred
2. Strong verbal and interpersonal skills

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Follows all school rules and system policies
2. Serves as head coach designee in absence of head coach
3. Follows all rules and regulations regarding the sport as defined in the TSSAA

handbook

1. Provides technical expertise in coaching the assigned athletic activity
2. Maintains professionalism on and off the field
3. Understands and follows the proper administrative line of command and refers all

requests or grievances through proper channels

1. Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model
2. Teaches student athletes the values of good citizenship, honesty, integrity,

self-discipline, courage, loyalty and sportsmanship

1. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services
2. Assists Head Coach in working with the media to develop a positive relationship
3. Assists Head Coach in working with the athletic director to evaluate program needs
4. Assists Head Coach in making preparation for any athletic event in his/her respective

program

1. Promotes the proper use and care of school property
2. Regularly inspects playing surface for safety concerns
3. Reviews procedures and schedules before the start of the season
4. Attends all mandatory programs (e.g. TSSAA required meetings, first aid/CPR

training, etc.)

1. Encourages student involvement in program activities. Helps parents and students

understand program objectives. Explains student responsibilities (e.g., scholastic

eligibility, parental permission, physical exams, training/performance schedules,

requirements for letters, optional insurance coverage, waiver forms, etc.)

1. Assists Head Coach in organizing team tryouts. Maintains the integrity of the

selection process

1. Assists Head Coach in organizing and carrying out a practice schedule

1. Assists Head Coach in development of off-season activities (e.g., summer trainings,

clinics, etc.)

1. Teaches precautions and procedures to help students prevent injuries. Ensures that

medical authorization forms are on file and readily available. Promptly

documents all injuries that require attention

1. Participates in student recognition programs
2. Rides on bus with players, when applicable, to and from games, contests and camps
3. Helps with supervision responsibilities related to the preparation of athletic fields,

and practice areas

1. Assists Head Coach in assigning and keeping track of athletic equipment issued to

students and staff, and helps to maintain inventory of all new and used equipment

1. Ensures that students keep locker rooms and practice areas orderly
2. Helps arrange transportation and lodging for sanctioned activities
3. Obtains permission to be away when duties conflict with other assigned duties
4. Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students

unsupervised

1. Works closely with the athletic boosters association
2. Establishes a working relationship with system schools and coaches at all levels

General Requirements:

1. Follows Federal and State Laws and adopted policies and procedures in accordance

with School Board priorities

1. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest

standards of public education and in support of the District's Vision/Mission

Statements

1. Maintains ethical standards, which include professionalism and the protection of

confidential student and staff information

4. Other responsibilities and/or duties may be required and assigned

Coffee County Schools is a drug free workplace. All job applicants and employees are subject to drug testing.

We conduct pre-employment drug testing and background checks (fingerprint, DCS, sexual offenders, and health abuse) Any job offer will be based on the results of the drug screen and background checks.