Head Women's Soccer Coach, Part-Time

Rio Hondo Community College

Whittier (CA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 55,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Rio Hondo College is seeking a part-time Head Coach for Women’s Soccer. The role involves recruiting players, planning practices and travel, and teaching related classes under the supervision of the Dean of Kinesiology & Athletics and the Athletic Director.

The candidate should have aBachelor’s degree with two years of professional experience or an Associate degree with six years of experience; a Master’s in Physical Education is desirable.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience or Associate degree and six years of professional experience.
Master’s degree in Physical Education or related field is desirable.
Experience coaching intercollegiate soccer preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit players and schedule contests.
Plan and supervise practices, games, and travel.
Maintain relationships with feeder programs and budgets.
Teach Athletic, Kinesiology, or Health classes.
Adhere to district and conference regulations.

Skills

Recruitment

Leadership

Budgeting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years experience

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Master’s degree in Physical Education (desired)

Tools

Course management systems (Blackboard, Canvas)

Job description

Assignment may include day and evening hours.

About Río Hondo College

Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.

Strengths

Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.

Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.

Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.

Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.

In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.

Basic Function/Definition

This is a recruitment to fill a part-time position. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department or division be interested in scheduling an interview.

Under the direction of the Dean of Kinesiology & Athletics and the Athletic Director, perform all duties normally expected of a community college head coach including the following: recruitment of players, scheduling contests, plan and supervision of practices, games and travel, assist in hiring assistant coaches, maintain positive relationships with all feeder programs, prepare budgets, conduct fundraising activities, adhere to district, conference and 3C2A regulations, and teach Athletic, Kinesiology, and/or Health classes designed to support the department and enhance Women’s Soccer. Coaching and teaching assignments will not exceed 60% in any single semester.

Provide comprehensive instruction, technical training, and leadership to student-athletes.

Closely monitor and support student-athlete academic success.

Adhere to all College, conference, and 3C2A statewide athletic policies, rules, and regulations.

Positively represent Rio Hondo College at all times through ethics, sportsmanship, and integrity.

Adhere to established athletic department budgetary and spending guidelines.

Develop and implement a fundraising plan to supplement district funding.

Arrange for lodging, meals, and transportation for off-campus travel to away competitions.

Develop a recruitment plan for student athletes coming into the program.

Attend Athletics and Division-wide meetings.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree AND two years of professional experience, OR any Associate degree and six years of professional experience.

Responsibilities

Have a commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth in the fields of teaching.

Other professional responsibilities and activities normally expected of members of community college faculty as described by Board Policies and the California Education code.

Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.

Desired Qualifications

Master’s degree in Physical Education or related field.

Intercollegiate coaching experience in Women’s or Men’s Soccer

Teaching experience at the community college level

Experience in using innovative teaching methods that encourage student engagement and learning.

Experience in the use of computer technology as a teaching tool, including experience with course management systems (i.e., Blackboard, Canvas, etc.).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work successfully in a team environment.

Additional Information

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant’s expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
For positions requiring a valid California driver’s license, proof of insurability is required.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Cancel RTF Policy

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE- OPEN , RE- ADVERTISE , DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION .
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES .

EEO Statement

Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How do you identify and recruit talented players to the program, especially considering the community college setting?
(Open Ended Question)
* What strategies do you employ to enhance player retention and academic success?
(Open Ended Question)

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