Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach, Upper School

Harker; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harker School is seeking a Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach for the Upper School athletic program in San Jose, CA. The season runs through February 2027 and focuses on developing student-athletes both on and off the field.

Responsibilities include planning practices and games, communicating with staff and families, ensuring safety, and upholding school athletic policies and bylaws throughout travel and competition.

Qualifications

• Coaching students (Ages 13–19).
• Experience in or a strong background in volleyball.
• Ability to model and promote a positive team culture and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Assumes the responsibility for safely and effectively managing groups of students.
• Organizes practice plans and game plans.
• Communicates effectively with the Athletic Director, other staff, students, and parents.
• Attends coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings.
• Ensures safety and decorum of students while traveling to away games.
• Maintains knowledge of league, section, and state bylaws pertaining to volleyball.

Skills

Coaching

Volleyball experience

Team culture & sportsmanship

Job description

# Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach, Upper SchoolUpper School - San Jose, CA 95129## OverviewSalary Range$18.42 - $25.00 HourlyPosition TypeStaff## Description**The Harker School is seeking a Varsity Girls Soccer Assistant Coach** for our Upper School Athletic Program. The season has started and runs through February 2027.### **Position Summary**Our coaches must be committed to the personal development of our student-athletes. This includes teaching them skills relating to the sport. As a coach, you must also help students develop a competitive nature, teach them about ethical behavior and good sportsmanship, and assist in the development of leadership and life skills.## Qualifications### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Assumes the responsibility for safely and effectively managing groups of students* Organizes practice plans and game plans* Communicates effectively with the Athletic Director, other staff, students, and parents* Stays informed regarding weekly sports emails, updated developments, and changes* Follows all guidelines as expressed in the Upper School Coaches Handbook* Completes miscellaneous tasks and duties as requested---### **Other Duties and Responsibilities*** Attends coaches meetings and mandatory seasonal parent meetings* Ensures students participate in a fair and sportsmanlike manner* Ensures safety and decorum of students while traveling to away games* Maintains knowledge of league, section, and state bylaws pertaining to volleyball* Provides guidance for middle and/or lower school programs where applicable* Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned---### **Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements*** Coaching students (Ages 13–19)* Experience in or a strong background in volleyball* Ability to model and promote a positive team culture and sportsmanship---### **Working Conditions*** May be subject to extended periods of standing or walking* Majority of time may be spent indoors in a gym environment, but some outdoor exposure may occur during team travel---### **Qualifications*** At least 18 years of age* Experience working with children preferred; must be comfortable working with and around school-age children* First Aid/CPR certified* 1–2 years of coaching experience (preferred)---### **Our Mission**Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond, and to foster kindness, respect, and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability, and love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop, and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.### **Compensation**Pay for this position is determined according to The Harker School's established **pay scale** and is based on relevant education and experience, as evaluated by the Human Resources Department. The posted pay range reflects the full pay scale for this position. While the maximum rate is included for transparency, most new hires can expect to fall within the lower to middle portion of the pay scale based on their qualifications and experience.