Boys Soccer Coach: Inspire Student-Athletes

Oakland Athletic League; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Unified School District's Life Academy Middle-High School seeks an Athletic Coach for Boys Soccer (Winter 2026). Immediate start; duties include coaching, schedule planning, and attending trainings. Preference given to current certificated staff with a CA teaching credential.

Applicants must meet district standards and demonstrate safety, teamwork, and effective communication with students, parents, and staff. Part-time, onsite assignment in Oakland.

Qualifications

• Must meet all requirements; preference to current certificated employees with a CA teaching credential.
• Knowledge of high school sport rules and regulations.
• Understanding adolescent psychology related to sports participation.
• Ability to maintain safety standards in coaching practices.
• High ethical standards in sportsmanship and student relations.
• Ability to communicate with parents/guardians and school staff.
• Knowledge of CIF athletics policies.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and coach students in the sport indicated.
• Help arrange playing schedules.
• Perform or assist in all coaching responsibilities for the position.
• Attend required meetings and trainings.

Skills

Coaching theory

High school rules

Adolescent psychology

Safety in coaching

Ethical standards

Communication with parents

CIF policies

Education

CA teaching credential

Job description

Oakland Unified School District's Life Academy Middle-High School seeks an Athletic Coach for Boys Soccer (Winter 2026). Immediate start; duties include coaching, schedule planning, and attending trainings. Preference given to current certificated staff with a CA teaching credential.

Applicants must meet district standards and demonstrate safety, teamwork, and effective communication with students, parents, and staff. Part-time, onsite assignment in Oakland.