Varsity Girls Soccer Coach (Upper School)

Greenhills School; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenhills School in Ann Arbor, MI seeks a qualified girls varsity soccer head coach to lead a highly competitive program. The ideal candidate values teamwork, reflective practice, and professional growth while serving as a positive role model for student-athletes.

The role emphasizes instructional excellence, collaboration with middle school coaches for program continuity, and a commitment to a warm, inclusive school community. Evening practices and some weekend duties are expected.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Concussion Education course is required.
• Proven coaching experience at middle or high school level preferred.
• Working knowledge of the sport and its rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Greenhills policies per MHSAA and coach handbooks.
• Provide clear instructional strategies and developmentally appropriate training.
• Promote a positive attitude and academic achievement.
• Reflect on coaching practices and pursue professional development.
• Coordinate with middle school coaches to ensure continuity and recruit/ support staff.
• Maintain professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Afternoons are available for practices and contests; some weekends.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Concussion Education

Coaching Experience

Interscholastic Soccer Knowledge

Student-Athlete Development

Job description

Description

The Athletic Department has an opening for a qualified and dynamic girls varsity soccer head coach. Greenhills School is eager to consider applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities. We are committed to building a diverse and talented team of student-centered coaches who serve as positive role models. We invite candidates who employ effective instructional methods, value collaborative teamwork, and actively seek student feedback. Our ideal coach is dedicated to reflective practice, committed to continual professional growth, and eager to contribute to our warm, inclusive, and welcoming school community. Greenhills seeks a candidate who embraces the challenge of fielding a highly competitive team of motivated student-athletes.

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply and meet all Greenhills procedures and policies as outlined in the MHSAA and Greenhills coaches' handbooks
• Provide clear instructional strategies and developmentally appropriate practices and training sessions
• Promote a positive attitude and academic achievement
• Reflect on coaching practices and seek out opportunities for professional development
• Support and encourage multiple sport participation for students
• Practice clear, timely, and professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues
• Availability in the afternoons daily for practices and/or contests. Some weekends also.
• Cultivate student accountability and commitment to the team
• The varsity head coach will also be expected to coordinate with the coaches of the middle school team, ensuring continuity of the program and helping recruit and support coaches.
• Ensure the safety of students by providing a clean and safe environment, appropriate supervision, safety instruction, and regular facility and equipment inspection
• Serve as a role model in maintaining appropriate standards of care for students and maintaining healthy boundaries in student and professional relationships

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current First Aid and CPR certification will be required
• Concussion Education and Athlete Safety course will be required
• Proven coaching experience at the middle school or high school level preferred
• Working knowledge of the sport and understanding of the sport's rules and regulations
• Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the coaching assignment
• Sport playing experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work is conducted primarily in an athletic environment/gymnasiums, fitness centers, and outdoor athletic venues
• Use fitness and athletic equipment
• Physical agility to frequently lift up to 25 pounds to shoulder height and 50 pounds to waist height; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, stand, walk, and reach overhead.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs
• Work in and be exposed to outdoor weather elements
• Greenhills School property is a tobacco-free environment.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Greenhills School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Greenhills School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other School-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.