High School Boys JV Soccer Head Coach

POSITION SUMMARY

Coaches are instrumental in fostering student personal growth and development in all interactions with student-athletes, not limited to competitions and practices. Primary function: To develop Christian athletes while supporting the head coach in providing an exemplary program that will effectively and relentlessly pursue victory without sacrificing intentional Christian character.

STATEMENT OF FAITH

As a Christian individual, employed with a Christian institution, Employee acknowledges and affirms that Employee believes, embraces and at all times does and will follow the School's Statement of Faith, as expressed in Exhibit A attached and incorporated hereto. Employee shall follow Biblical patterns and principles and will manifest by precept and example the highest Christian virtues, values and personal decorum to serve as a Christian role model at all times. Employee understands that continued employment with School is contingent upon this commitment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Work cooperatively with the head coach and entire athletic staff
• Support head coach in all program needs and endeavors
• Maintain good public relations with media, board members, parents, officials, players, and fans
• Demonstrate professional growth
• Demonstrate leadership skills and Godly characteristics
• Accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community (i.e. Fresh Start Day, Open House)
• Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment and facilities
• Assist head coach with keeping updated inventory of all equipment and uniforms
• Assist head coach with daily practice/game needs
• Assume responsibility for a clean, safe environment for student-athletes committed to the coach's care.
• Demonstrate an interest in student-athletes and the overall athletic program
• Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students
• Support the clearly defined standards of behavior and academic performance
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for coaching and learning

Other Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with other organizations, ensuring the school is well received and presented professionally and positively
• Respect confidentiality of all personal and organizational information
• Assist in other duties as needed and directed by the Athletic Director

INTERACTION:

• Interact internally with faculty, staff, and students. Interact externally with parents, schools, and the community.
• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among student-athletes, the school and community.

COMMUNICATION:

• Communicate well with parents, student-athletes, and other coaching staff both in verbal and written form.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• CIF Coaching requirements as deemed necessary by athletics administration
• CPR & First Aid Certification is required for Coaches at all levels (i.e. varsity, junior varsity, frosh)