Soccer Assistant Coach - Girls Team - Lincolnton Middle School

Lincoln County School District; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Soccer Assistant Coach for the Girls Team at Lincolnton Middle School. This role is pivotal in guiding young athletes through their soccer journey while fostering a supportive and educational environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in coaching principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire students both on and off the field. With the spring soccer season approaching, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of student athletes. If you're ready to step into a role that combines leadership and mentorship, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Coaching experience preferred; CPR certification required for paid coaches.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing the soccer program.
• Foster a positive learning climate and maintain professional habits.
• Communicate effectively with parents and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NFHS Coaching Courses

CPR Certification

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 12:00 AM
(Eastern Standard Time)

Soccer Assistant Coach - Girls Team - Lincolnton Middle School

DATE POSTED: January 29, 2025

POSTING NUMBER: 334941

POSITION: Soccer Assistant Coach - Girls Team - Lincolnton Middle School

POSITION AVAILABLE: Immediately for the Spring Soccer Season - starting February 2025

REPORTS TO: Principal, Athletic Director

SALARY: Coaching Stipend - based on coaching experience with NCHSAA

Qualifications/Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old, HS Diploma or GED, coaching experience preferred. All coaches (volunteer or paid) must complete the required coaching courses on the NFHS.com website. CPR certification for paid coaches is required and may be completed through the school system if needed. You must complete your HR onboarding policies, your HR screening (drug test and background check) and have a current health physical and TB test. This is all required before being approved to work with student athletes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in providing leadership and support in planning, developing and implementing an instructional program in the sport as assigned by the coach.
• Assists in providing leadership and support in administering the sport program.
• Assists in fostering a climate conducive to learning as assigned by the coach.
• Assists in establishing and implementing an improvement process for the sport as assigned by the coach.
• Assists in establishing good public and employee relations for the sport as assigned by the coach.
• Maintains professional work habits.
• Maintains and upgrades his/her professional skills in order to improve instruction for students.
• Communicates with parents and the educational community (Professional and Interpersonal Relations).
• Implements fundamental sports skills and sports management systems (Coaching and Related Areas).
• Cooperates with school principal and head coach; develops rapport with coaching staff and with the school; helps to organize coaching staff; develops positive relationships with participants, student body, faculty, parents and community, game officials, news media, opponents and employees; employs appropriate conduct during games and practices; participates in activities that foster professional growth and development; commands respect by example in appearance, manners, behavior and language.
• Other duties as assigned.

COACHING COURSES REQUIRED:

All coaches (volunteer or paid) must complete the following courses through the National Fundamentals of High School (NFHS.com) before being approved to work with student athletes:

• Fundamentals of Coaching (8 +/- hour) High School Coaches
• Concussion Training (45 minute) - All Coaches
• CPR Certificate Required

APPLICATION PROCESS:

All candidates are required to complete an online application via Applicant Tracking. Please go to the Lincoln County Schools website (www.lincoln.k12.nc.us), select EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, and APPLICANT TRACKING to begin the process. Questions should be addressed to the contact person below.