Jefferson | Soccer | 1.0 Assistant Girls Coach

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A community school district in Fort Wayne is seeking a coach for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates should ideally have high school coaching experience and the ability to effectively work with a diverse student body. Responsibilities include instructing and supervising athletic practices and games while complying with district policies. A valid driver’s license is required, and candidates must be willing to obtain SPB/Minibus certification. This position involves collaboration with students, parents, and school staff.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Willingness to get SPB/Minibus certification.
• Current FWCS teachers must fulfill contracted hours.
• Ability to utilize, organize and work with other head coaches and assistants.
• Must have or be willing to get SPB/ Minibus certification before season.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and supervise all athletic practices and games.
• Comply with IHSAA, MSAC rules and FWCS policies.
• Develop positive working relations with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain high academic and athletic expectations for students.
• Ensure safety and appropriate supervision during athletic activities.

Skills

High school coaching experience

Ability to work with multicultural students

Ability to organize athletic practices

Strong communication skills

Ability to maintain high academic and athletic expectations

Tools

SPB/ Minibus certification

Job description

This is for the 2025-2026 School Year

Pay for this position may be prorated based upon approved hire date

Essential Functions

• Candidate must comply with IHSAA, MSAC rules/ regulations and all FWCS policies including FWCS code of ethics.
• Prefer candidate with high school coaching experience.
• Must be willing and able to work effectively with students from multicultural backgrounds.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to developing positive working relations with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Candidate will be responsible to instruct and supervise all athletic practices and games.
• Candidate must have the ability to maintain high expectations for students both academically and athletically.
• Candidate must have the ability to utilize, organize and work with other head coaches and assistants.
• Candidate must have or be willing to get SPB/ Minibus certification before season.

Qualifications

Prefer candidate who will be teaching at Jefferson Middle School for the 2025-2026 school year. If applicant is a current FWCS teacher, the teacher must fulfill their daily contracted hours before coaching. If not an FWCS teacher, candidate must be available at 3:30 Monday through Friday afternoons.

Valid Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds or more.
• Outdoor Work: Tolerance of work outside in various weather conditions.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.