Coach-Head Boys Middle School Soccer-Cache La Poudre Middle School

Poudre School District; Laporte (CO); On-site; < USD 4,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a Head Coach for a middle and high school athletic team in Laporte, Colorado. Responsibilities include overseeing practice sessions, supervising student athletes, and coordinating with assistant coaches. Candidates should have a high school diploma and previous coaching experience in the sport is strongly preferred. Certifications in CPR and First Aid are required before coaching begins. The position offers a stipend based on experience, ranging from $272 to $3,701 per season.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience in the sport strongly preferred.
• Expertise in the fundamental skills, rules, and schemes pertaining to the sport.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required before coaching assignment begins.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Head Coach of a middle and high school athletic team.
• Supervise and lead practice sessions to develop sport skills.
• Communicate student athlete expectations to athletes and parents.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Communication

Sportsmanship

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Closure

Please note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on April 28, 2026. Connecting Colorado automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5648504

Application Process

Applications submitted through Connecting Colorado will not be reviewed. Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided above.

Compensation

Rate of Pay: Pay for this position is determined by the Athletic Coaching Stipend Schedule based on paid years of experience up to 5 years.

Salary stipend range for external coaches: $272-$2,961 per season.

Salary stipend range for internal coaches: $272-$3,701 per season.

(Internal coach is defined as any employee with a schedule contract percentage or hourly assignment for the current school year. Internal assignments do not include substitute, seasonal, and varied hours assignments.)

Employment Details

Work calendar days: Athletic Season (8/18/2026-10/15/2026)

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: PERA Retirement

Summary

Serve as Head Coach of a middle and high school athletic team following Colorado High School Athletic Association (CHSAA) and Poudre School District guidelines; responsible for all aspects of the program including specific techniques, patterns, offenses, defenses, and philosophy of the sport. Coordinate assistant coaches, volunteers, practices, and other administrative duties.

Job Tasks

• Supervise, organize, and lead practice sessions to best develop sport skills and sportsmanship with student athletes in the sport. Supervise student athletes prior to, during, and after all school-sanctioned events; ensure student safety at all times and make sure student athletes are equipped for safety.
• Supervise assistant coaches and volunteer coaches.
• Attend and monitor all practices and games.
• Communicate to athletes and parents student athlete expectations including practice schedules and games, as well as academic performance, respect, commitment, dedication, and sportsmanship.
• Conduct administrative responsibilities including inventory and security of equipment and supplies, budget, transportation, tracking eligibility and academic progress of student athletes, etc.
• Follow all Poudre School District guidelines.
• Coordinate and communicate with the school Athletic Director regarding budget, transportation, equipment, and practice schedules. Establish practice schedules, locations, times, size of team, equipment maintenance, lockerroom supervision, extra practices, camps, or out-of-league contests. Communicate discipline procedures and problems, safety concerns, and all student injuries requiring emergency medical services to school Athletic Director.
• Demonstrate fairness and consistency in all decisions and judgments related to the sport participants.
• Attend mandatory meetings, required trainings, and other clinics and conferences to keep updated on requirements and trends in the sport.
• Adhere to district guidelines for building use and field access, including following procedures for reservations, access, and care of district facilities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licenses Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous coaching experience in the sport strongly preferred.
• Must have expertise in the fundamental skills, rules, and schemes pertaining to the sport.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required before coaching assignment begins.
• Complete required trainings upon hire: Concussion, Blood Borne Pathogens, Child Abuse and Reporting, and Sexual Harassment.
• Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail].