LHS 1st Asst Boys Soccer Coach

Nine Mile Falls School District

Job Posting # 70-26/27

Job Title: 1st Assistant Boys Soccer Coach - LHS

Open: 9/14/2026

First File Review: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Position open until filled.

Help Build the Team Behind the Team

Soccer moves quickly. Players have to communicate, trust one another, and recover when the ball takes an unfortunate bounce-or when everyone is certain the other team was offside except the referee. A good assistant coach helps student-athletes stay composed, learn from the moment, and remain focused on what comes next.

As the LHS 1st Assistant Boys Soccer Coach, you will work alongside the Head Coach to support student-athletes at different stages of development. Some may arrive with years of competitive experience, while others are still learning how to see the field and play as part of a team. Effective instruction is paramount, and positive relationships are foundational to helping each athlete improve.

The best assistant coaches know when to teach, when to encourage, and when to reinforce the expectations of the program. We are looking for someone who understands soccer, communicates well, and will help create a team where students are challenged, supported, and proud to represent Lakeside. If you enjoy helping young athletes develop their game without needing to be the loudest voice on the sideline, we would like to hear from you.

Salary: The salary range for the position is Min. $3,103 to Max. $4,015. Salary placement will be at Step 0 of the Coaches Agreement unless documentation of experience is received in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary schedules are available on the For Employees page of the Nine Mile Falls School District website. District policies and procedures are available on the Our District page.

Benefits: Paid Sick Leave (per Initiative 1433)

Work Location: Lakeside High School and assigned practice and competition locations

Nature and Scope of Position

The LHS 1st Assistant Boys Soccer Coach assists the Head Boys Soccer Coach with the instruction, supervision, and development of student-athletes participating in the Lakeside High School boys soccer program. The position supports practices, competitions, student safety, eligibility requirements, equipment management, and team operations while reinforcing the direction and expectations established by the Head Coach.

Position Reports To: Devin Bauer, Athletic Director, in coordination with the Head Boys Soccer Coach

Season: Spring 2026/2027

Valid only if student numbers permit by contract: YES  NO

Primary Job Functions

• Assist the Head Boys Soccer Coach with the Lakeside High School boys soccer program.
• Support the planning and organization of practices, competitions, team activities, and program operations.
• Lead practices, groups, drills, or assigned team responsibilities under the direction of the Head Coach.
• Provide instruction in soccer fundamentals, individual skills, team concepts, positioning, conditioning, game preparation, and safe participation techniques.
• Adapt instruction to support student-athletes with different levels of experience and ability.
• Prepare student-athletes for competition through organized, developmentally appropriate, and safe practices.
• Reinforce the program's expectations for effort, attendance, conduct, communication, and commitment.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, leadership, respect, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture.
• Maintain appropriate team discipline and model professional and respectful conduct.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, locker-room use, and other assigned team activities.
• Assist with coaching decisions during competitions in coordination with the Head Coach.
• Communicate participation expectations, team rules, schedules, and eligibility requirements to student-athletes and families as directed by the Head Coach.
• Monitor student eligibility and support student-athletes in meeting academic, attendance, conduct, and participation expectations.
• Prioritize student safety and follow District procedures concerning injuries, concussion management, sudden cardiac arrest awareness, emergency response, and the reporting of concerns.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and protect the safety and well-being of students.
• Communicate regularly with the Head Coach regarding practices, competitions, student development, concerns, and program needs.
• Follow applicable WIAA, league, District, school, and athletic-department rules, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain required certifications and complete all required District and WIAA training.
• Assist with uniforms, equipment, inventory, facility use, transportation coordination, scheduling, and team records as assigned.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, coaching staff, officials, school personnel, and administration.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

• At least 19 years of age, as required by WIAA for an assistant coach.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification before the start of the season.
• Ability to meet Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint-based background-check requirements.
• Ability to complete required WIAA coaching education, rules clinics, safety requirements, and District-directed training.
• Knowledge of safe and effective soccer fundamentals, techniques, conditioning practices, and game strategies.
• Ability to conduct organized drills and activities and provide appropriate supervision of student-athletes.
• Ability to instruct, motivate, supervise, and communicate effectively with high school-aged students.
• Ability to work cooperatively under the direction of the Head Boys Soccer Coach.
• Ability to meet the scheduling, travel, and attendance responsibilities of the position.
• Commitment to student safety, positive relationships, sportsmanship, professional boundaries, and equitable treatment of students.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience participating in or coaching soccer at the high school, collegiate, club, or comparable level.
• Experience working with high school-aged students.
• Demonstrated ability to teach soccer fundamentals, individual skills, positioning, and team concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and support developing student-athletes.
• A student-centered approach that promotes confidence, discipline, teamwork, leadership, resilience, and sportsmanship.
• Ability to support the Head Coach in maintaining a positive, organized, competitive, and inclusive soccer program.
• Ability to develop character and promote positive lifelong habits through athletics.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students, families, coaches, school staff, officials, and administration.

APPLICATION STEPS

Please complete all steps in the Red Rover application process so that we may fully consider you. We are seeking the best applicant for this position and will give time and care to reviewing your application materials.

If an offer of employment is made, new employees must complete a criminal-history background check, including fingerprint checks conducted through the Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal-history background check and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:

Kyle Stussi, SHRM-CP

Human Resources Specialist

kstussi@9mile.org

(509) 340-4302

In the Nine Mile Falls School District

… each student will succeed

… effective instruction is paramount

… quality leadership matters

… reflection improves our practice

… we are each other's best resource

… positive relationships are foundational to our success

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The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities, including employment, on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Jeff Baerwald

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026

509-340-4300

JBaerwald@9mile.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Michelle Mace

10110 W Charles Road

Nine Mile Mile Falls, WA 99026

509-340-4300

mmace@9mile.org