Head Coach, Soccer (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

The School District of Indian River County is seeking Athletic Coaches. Candidates must obtain a Florida Athletic Coaching Certification and complete fingerprinting. Responsibilities include applying for certification, attending a mandatory orientation, and fulfilling coaching requirements.

Additional credentials such as First Aid and CPR certification are necessary. The application process involves steps outlined on the district’s website, ensuring high standards of coaching and safety.

Qualifications

• Approved to volunteer and complete fingerprinting through FDLE and FBI.
• Obtain necessary coaching certifications.
• Meet specialization requirements for Athletic Coaching Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Submit application for Athletic Coaching Certification.
• Apply to become an Athletic Coach through the district’s website.
• Attend orientation appointment upon offer acceptance.

Skills

Coaching theory

Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Fingerprinting clearance

Education

Three-Year or Five-Year Florida Athletic Coaching Certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Substitute/Misc./ Coaching
• Date Posted: 5/28/2026
• Location: Rosewood Magnet School

SDIRC Steps to Employment as an Athletic Coach

1. Submit your application for an Athletic Coaching Certification with the Florida Department of Education.
2. Apply to become an Athletic Coach through the district’s website.
3. Wait to be contacted by Human Resources to schedule your orientation appointment. This only occurs once an offer of employment is extended and accepted.

Orientation includes the following fee: Payable by credit or debit card only at time of service using Visa, Mastercard or American Express. Discover is not accepted. Please note: You may not begin employment until the orientation is complete and Human Resources has given final clearance.

Athletic Coaching Certification

All coaches who do not hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate are required to obtain either a Three-Year or Five-Year Florida Athletic Coaching Certificate.

Three-Year Athletic Coaching Certificate

A one-time, nonrenewable three-year certificate in Athletic Coaching may be issued to an individual who:

• Has been approved to volunteer and completes fingerprinting through the FDLE and FBI after being accepted for a coaching role.

Five-Year Athletic Coaching Certificate

A five-year certificate in Athletic Coaching may be issued to an individual who:

• Meets the specialization requirements for the Athletic Coaching Endorsement (Rule 6A-4.0282), which include:
• Three (3) semester hours in Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries and the effects and dangers of drug use, including performance-enhancing drugs.
• Three (3) semester hours in coaching theory.
• Three (3) semester hours in theory and practice of coaching a specific sport.
• A valid CPR certificate from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• First Aid certification, including training in the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
• Has been approved for employment and completed fingerprinting (FDLE/FBI), with results no older than one year.

Coursework Options

The course requirements may be met through college coursework or the Human Kinetics Athletic Coaching Endorsement program, which is approved under the School District of Indian River County’s Master Inservice Plan.

Additional Information

For additional information about coursework or certifications:

Postings current as of 6/1/2026 6:14:26 AM CST.