Athletic Coach - MS Boys Soccer Coach 2: Greenleaf (Winter 2026)

Oakland Unified School District; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Unified School District seeks an Athletic Coach for Greenleaf Elementary's Middle School Boys Soccer program (Winter 2026). The role involves instructing players, helping schedule games, and handling coaching duties with emphasis on safety and sportsmanship.

Preference is for current district staff with a CA teaching credential. Must meet coaching certifications, CIF policies, and communicate effectively with parents and school staff. Immediate start; deadline: 2027-01-08.

Qualifications

• Evidence of coaching knowledge and techniques; prior coaching or coursework accepted.
• Knowledge of rules for high school level sports and CIF policies.
• Ability to communicate with parents/guardians and school staff.
• Commitment to safety and ethical standards in all practices and contests.
• Willingness to participate in required meetings and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and coach MS Boys Soccer as assigned.
• Help arrange and manage playing schedules and logistics.
• Perform coaching duties and support practices and contests.
• Attend required meetings and trainings per district guidance.

Skills

Coaching ability

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Sportsmanship

Education

Fundamentals of Coaching (HIGH SCHOOL)

Middle School Coaching (MIDDLE SCHOOL)

Concussion in Sports

Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Heat Illness Prevention

CPR & FIRST AID from an instructor led class

Job description

Athletic Coach - MS Boys Soccer Coach 2: Greenleaf (Winter 2026)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5972303

Application Deadline: Jan 08, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Nov 02, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

All Athletic Coach hires and work schedules for the school year are contingent upon student enrollment, sports sign ups, and sports schedules developed for the season.

DUTIES :

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.
• Help arrange playing schedules.
• Perform/assist in all coaching responsibilities associated with the position.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings as specified by OAL

QUALIFICATIONS : All Candidates must meet all of the requirements listed below. Preference will be given to current certificated employees of Oakland Unified School District who possess a valid CA teaching credential.

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

EXPIRATION TIMELINE

Fundamentals of Coaching (HIGH SCHOOL)

Does not expire

Middle School Coaching (MIDDLE SCHOOL)

Does not expire

Concussion in Sports

Expires every 3 years

Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Expires every 2 years

Heat Illness Prevention

Expires every 2 years

CPR & FIRST AID from an instructor led class

Expires every 2 years

• Provide written evidence indicating knowledge of the coaching theory and techniques in the sport. Evidence may be college course work, prior-coaching experience in the sport, prior participation in the sport at the high school level or inservice training provided by a school district.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations of the sport at the high school level.
• Knowledge of adolescent psychology as it relates to sports participation. College courses or prior active involvement with youth in school/community sports programs will fulfill this requirement.
• Knowledge, skill and ability sufficient to maintain high standards of safety in all aspects of coaching at practices as well as contests.
• Demonstrated high ethical standards related to sportsmanship, fair play and relationships with students.
• Recognition of the need to communicate with parents / guardians and appropriate school staff members regarding problems or emergencies which may arise during a sporting event.
• Knowledge of school policies and California Interscholastic Federation (C.I.F.) policies related to athletics.

Overall Applicant Assessment:

Applicants must be able to meet the standards for the district’s athletic program as carried out at each site, including the ability to instill teamwork, commitment and discipline as to players, developing positive relations and support from parents and the community and offering academic encouragement and support to students. Previous successful experiences coaching the sport at the level of the vacancy will be given additional weight in comparing candidates.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Jason Hawkins , Athletic Director
• Greenleaf Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]