High School - Girls Soccer Assistant Coach

Reading School District l Reading, Pa.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated High School Girls Soccer Assistant Coach to foster a safe and positive environment for student-athletes. This role emphasizes the importance of mentorship, teamwork, and community engagement. The successful candidate will assist in developing young athletes both on and off the field, ensuring they thrive in their sports and personal lives. If you have a passion for sports and education, and enjoy working with youth, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students while promoting athletic excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years required.
• Experience in supervision roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise student-athletes and ensure safety measures.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Supervision in Athletics

Coaching Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

High School - Girls Soccer Assistant Coach JobID: 1039

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted:
  3/19/2025
• Location:
  Reading School District

Position Title: High School Assistant Coach

Reports To: Director of Athletics & High School Head Coach

Salary: Stipend

POSITION GOAL:
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe conditions in accordance with PIAA, league, sports medicine and RSD policies/procedures. Furthermore, the candidate will be responsible for assisting student-athletes to establish a life after high school while instilling Red Knight pride, connecting with youth programs, teaching education through athletics, and fundraising.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a minimum age of 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferable experience working in a supervision role in athletics, recreation, education, or related fields.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate with adults and students in a diverse work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise student athletes
• Stay current with current rules, coaching techniques, schemes, and best practices
• Monitor student-athletes to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Place student-athletes in positions to succeed not only in their sport but also in life
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including communication skills with sports medicine staff, game workers, officials, media, students, parents, spectators, and facility staff.
• Ensure that all possible safety measures are observed, including taking proper care of equipment and proper surveillance of program participants.
• Attend all training sessions and any additional staff meetings.
• Work flexible hours including off season training, early mornings, afternoon/evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Verify student-athletes are eligible by PIAA and Reading School District Athletic policies.
• Secure equipment and facilities after each usage
• Communicate with RSD admin, safe schools, custodial services and/or RPD as needed.
• Communicate with youth groups and foster participation growth
• Be a good role model to student-athletes
• Support all RSD athletics

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically perform all skills required of a coach.
• Hear noises and distress signals in a crowded athletic facility.
• Able to withstand extreme weather conditions
• Able to lift at least 20 pounds.