Lead Varsity Boys Soccer Coach – Team Leader & Mentor

The Harker School; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Harker School in San Jose, CA seeks a Boys Varsity Head Soccer Coach for the Upper School season from November through February. The role involves leading practice plans, game strategy, and student-athlete development, with evenings and some Saturdays depending on schedule.

Qualified applicants will foster sportsmanship, leadership, and accountability, and will collaborate with the athletics staff while ensuring safety and compliance with school policies.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of soccer fundamentals, tactics, conditioning and player development.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• At least 18 years of age; experience with school-age children preferred.
• 1–2 years of coaching experience; head coaching or varsity-level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively manage the Boys Varsity Soccer program and student-athletes.
• Organize and implement practice plans, game plans, and player development.
• Provide instruction in soccer fundamentals, tactics, conditioning, and game strategy.
• Lead and coordinate with assistant coaches and athletics staff.
• Communicate with the Athletic Director, coaches, students and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Soccer knowledge

Job description

The Harker School in San Jose, CA seeks a Boys Varsity Head Soccer Coach for the Upper School season from November through February. The role involves leading practice plans, game strategy, and student-athlete development, with evenings and some Saturdays depending on schedule.

Qualified applicants will foster sportsmanship, leadership, and accountability, and will collaborate with the athletics staff while ensuring safety and compliance with school policies.