Coach -Head Boys' Soccer Coach @ Columbia Middle School

Moses Lake School District 161; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

The Moses Lake School District is seeking a Middle School Head Soccer Coach for girls. The role involves teaching skills, organizing practices, and ensuring player safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant coaching certifications.

Qualifications

• Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to the start of season.
• Exhibited knowledge of the sport and successful experience teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Implement a safety plan that includes teaching proper techniques.
• Motivate players and keep them informed of available camps.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Job description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The pay for this position is a minimum of $1. Additional pay is dependent on funds raised by Community Athletics & Activities, payable June 30, 2025.

POSITION POSTING

The Moses Lake School District is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Middle School Head SoccerCoach for girls. Moses Lake Middle Schools participate in the North Central Washington Middle School League (NCW). The Moses Lake School District is committed to teaching and developing useful, life-long skills in its student athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated ability to effectively carry out the duties of the position and comply with the policies and procedures set forth by the Middle School Principal, Athletic Director, and the Moses Lake School District.

2. Exhibited knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching these skills to secondary school student-athletes.

3. Valid First Aid and CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain prior to the start of season.

4. Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.

5. Exhibited organizational skills and abilities to ensure a well-managed program.

6. Bilingual preferred.

7. High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. WIAA standards require middle level coaches, prior to the beginning of the third year of coaching, to:
   a. Complete the ASEP Coaching Principles Course fromASEP.com;or
   b. Complete theNFHS Fundamentals of CoachingCourse; or
   c. Attend all sessions of the WIAA Coaches School or other Coaches Schools as approved by the WIAA; or
   d. Complete least thirty (30) hours of coach’s education courses.

2. WIAA standards require coaches complete a minimum of fifteen (15) hours of coaching education courses each three year period following the initial two year cycle.

3. The WIAA recommends middle level coaches annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic and the WIAA approved rules clinic for the sport being coached prior to the end of the third week of the sports season.

4. Work within the basic framework and philosophy of the Moses Lake School District Athletics Department.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
6. Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
7. Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
8. Adhere to all safety rules.
9. Have an emergency medical plan in place.
10. Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
11. Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
12. Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
13. Motivate players.
14. Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.
15. Teach and discipline in a consistent and equitable manner.
16. Understand and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
17. Implement team rules in accordance with the policies and regulations listed above.
18. Direct student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
19. Schedule and provide transportation to sport events.
20. Adhere to scheduled facility times.
21. Instruct team members as to changes in the rules and teach fundamentals of the sport.
22. Attend all staff meetings and make scouting assignments to assistant coach(es).
23. Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving the building if custodians are not on duty.
24. Instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use.
25. Arrive early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare, and remain long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
26. Plan and implement both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
27. Never criticize, admonish, or argue with coach staff or any staff member within hearing or sight of players or parents.
28. Strive to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources available.
29. Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility.
30. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.
31. Complete mandatory SafeSchools training annually.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, [phone], [e-mail]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [e-mail].