Girls Soccer Head Coach — High School Leadership

The School District of Lee County; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County in Cape Coral, Florida seeks a Girls Soccer Head Coach to lead student-athletes and build a positive, competitive program. The role emphasizes teaching fundamentals, game planning, and mentoring students balancing athletics and academics.

Required are coaching experience at the high school level, Florida teaching or athletic coaching certification, FHSAA certification, and AED/CPR training. Evening and weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching experience at the high school or competitive youth level.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate or valid Department of Education athletic coaching certificate.
• Valid FHSAA certification.
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct regular practice sessions.
• Develop and implement game strategies and tactics.
• Teach fundamental skills, techniques, and sports rules to student-athletes.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and school-sponsored trips.
• Monitor academic progress and support students in balancing athletics and academics.
• Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship among players.
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations.
• Manage and maintain team equipment and uniforms.
• Collaborate with the athletic director on scheduling, budget, and facility use.
• Maintain open communication with parents and guardians.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes on personal development and college opportunities.
• Enforce all school policies and codes of conduct.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching experience

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Evening and weekend availability

Education

Florida teaching certificate

Department of Education athletic coaching certificate

FHSAA certification

First Aid/CPR/AED (American Heart Association/Red Cross)

Florida Driver’s License

Job description

The School District of Lee County in Cape Coral, Florida seeks a Girls Soccer Head Coach to lead student-athletes and build a positive, competitive program. The role emphasizes teaching fundamentals, game planning, and mentoring students balancing athletics and academics.

Required are coaching experience at the high school level, Florida teaching or athletic coaching certification, FHSAA certification, and AED/CPR training. Evening and weekend availability is expected.