Modified Soccer Assistant Coach - PSLA (Fall 2026)

Syracuse City School District; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse City School District seeks a Boys Modified Soccer Assistant Coach for Fall 2026. The successful candidate will have a New York State Coaching Certification, commit to supporting urban students, and possess skills in teamwork and leadership.

Responsibilities include coaching and developing student athletes, ensuring their welfare, and promoting a culture of enjoyment and discipline on the field. Qualified applicants will demonstrate passion for urban education and ideally have previous coaching experience.

Qualifications

• New York State Coaching Certification required.
• Previous coaching experience preferred.
• Must complete workshops on child abuse, school violence, and DASA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching Boys Modified Soccer team.
• Promote discipline and enjoyment of play.
• Support student athletes' skill development.

Skills

Commitment to urban education

Ability to serve diverse communities

Leadership and teamwork

Child abuse identification

School violence intervention

DASA compliance

Education

New York State Coaching Certification

Tools

Valid First Aid course

Valid Adult CPR certification

Job description

Modified Soccer Assistant Coach - PSLA (Fall 2026)

Job Description

The Syracuse City School District is On the Rise! We are undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and she is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of educators to partner with her in moving the district toward its goals.

The Syracuse City School District represents 35 schools and programs, including 6 high schools, 6 middle schools, 6 K-8 schools, 13 elementary schools, and 4 alternative education programs, serving approximately 19,000 students Pre‑K–12. Of these students, 82.3% qualify for free or reduced‑price lunch, 20.1% are served by the Office of Special Education, and 83% are students of color.

WHO WE WANT:

Successful SCSD educators are passionately committed to urban education and all in for Syracuse students. They:

• Believe strongly that all students can learn at high levels;
• Demonstrate commitment to serving urban students, schools or communities, and to closing the achievement gap;
• Demonstrate willingness to put the interests of students above all others;
• Actively contribute to a culture of high expectations in their school and district; and
• Adapt seamlessly to the complexities of the urban school environment.

POSITION BEING HIRED:

Boys Modified Soccer Assistant Coach - PSLA (Fall 2026)

We offer 120 different athletic teams for students in grades 7-12. Our coaching staff consists of certified, dedicated people who enjoy working with our student athletes. They are individuals who work very hard and care a great deal about the individuals for which they are responsible. In grades 7-8 we offer a comprehensive modified program, which serve as a "training ground" for skill development and participation. Winning is NOT emphasized and large numbers on teams are encouraged for maximum participation. We stress discipline, enjoyment or play, competition, and dedication to the value that hard work will produce rewards. The modified program prepares our young student athletes for the higher level of high school competition.

To participate at the high school level, a higher refinement of skill is necessary and competition is viewed at a higher level of comprehension. Our high school freshman, Junior Varsity, and Varsity teams strive for success and practice to produce as efficient a team and individual effort as possible. At the high school level, we stress the development of academics, goal setting, teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship.

QUALIFICATIONS:

New York State Coaching Certification, which requires the following:

• Valid First Aid course accepted as meeting NYS Coaching requirements
• Valid Adult CPR certification accepted as meeting NYS Coaching requirements
• Workshop - Child Abuse Identification
• Workshop - School Violence Intervention and Prevention
• Workshop - Dignity For All Students Act (DASA)
• Previous Coaching Experience (preferred)

The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint‑based background check, at the cost of $102.50 to the candidate.

• Job Category Athletic Coaching & Extra Curricular