Soccer Coach - K-12 School Athletics

Polk County Public Schools; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools Roosevelt Academy is seeking an Athletic Coach for Soccer to develop players’ physical skills and instill sportsmanship. Responsibilities include planning practices, enforcing policies, and ensuring equitable opportunities for all athletes.

The role emphasizes coordination with the athletic director and maintaining safety, equipment care, and eligibility documentation for team members.

Qualifications

• Must maintain Athletic Coaching certificate issued by DOE as required by state statute.
• Certified teacher encouraged to add Athletic Coaching Endorsement to teaching certificate.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise practice sessions appropriate to players' age and maturity.
• Enforce district and state policies on behavior and sportsmanship.
• Provide fair opportunities and assess players for eligibility.
• Coordinate equipment use, safety, and scheduling with athletic director.
• Supervise students before, during, and after practices and games.

Skills

Coaching cert

Bilingual

Education

DOE Athletic Coaching Certification

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Roosevelt Academy is seeking an Athletic Coach for Soccer to develop players’ physical skills and instill sportsmanship. Responsibilities include planning practices, enforcing policies, and ensuring equitable opportunities for all athletes.

The role emphasizes coordination with the athletic director and maintaining safety, equipment care, and eligibility documentation for team members.