Varsity Boys Soccer Coach

id='p32871_43556'>Varsity Boys Soccer Coach JobID: 32871

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:

7/6/2026

Location:

Main Building

District:

Advanced Technology Academy Additional Information: Show/Hide

Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy

(ATA)

Varsity Boys Soccer Head Coach

Position Overview

Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA) is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and

student-focused Varsity Boys Soccer Head Coach to lead and develop our high school soccer

program. The Head Coach will oversee all aspects of the Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys Soccer

programs, supervise assistant coaches, and foster a culture centered on academic

achievement, athletic excellence, sportsmanship, leadership, discipline, and character

development.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building a competitive soccer program while

ensuring student-athletes excel both on the field and in the classroom.

Qualifications

? Previous soccer coaching experience at the high school level or higher required.

? Knowledge of Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) rules and regulations.

? Proven ability to teach soccer fundamentals, tactical systems, sportsmanship,

leadership, and discipline.

? Experience working with students in an educational setting.

? Current coaching certifications required by MHSAA and ATA, or ability to obtain prior to

employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

? Strong understanding of soccer tactics, formations, player development, conditioning,

and training methods.

? Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

? Ability to motivate student-athletes and foster a positive, disciplined team culture.

? Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, and community

stakeholders.

? Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer applications.

? Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.

? Commitment to ATA's mission of academic and athletic excellence.

Responsibilities

The Varsity Boys Soccer Head Coach will:

? Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of the Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys Soccer

Programs.

? Develop and implement practice plans, game strategies, conditioning programs, player

development plans, and off-season training opportunities.

? Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assistant coaches while ensuring alignment with the

program's vision and goals.

? Provide leadership and support to Junior Varsity coaches to establish continuity

throughout the soccer program.

? Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, accountability, leadership, and academic success

among student-athletes.

? Ensure all student-athletes maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA and meet ATA eligibility

requirements.

? Coordinate and oversee mandatory study tables for student-athletes after school and/or

following practices.

? Implement and monitor mandatory nutritional plans to support student-athlete health and

performance.

? Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director, School Operations Manager, Principal,

and parents regarding team operations and student-athlete development.

? Maintain accurate attendance, eligibility, academic, and performance records.

? Coordinate team scheduling, transportation requests, equipment inventory, and program

needs.

? Organize and oversee off-season training, summer workouts, and player development

opportunities.

? Represent ATA Athletics professionally within the school and community.

? Attend athletic department meetings, school functions, and professional development

opportunities.

? Ensure compliance with all ATA, conference, district, and MHSAA rules and regulations.

Work Schedule & Availability

? Monday through Friday, approximately 3:30 PM 8:00 PM during the soccer season.

? Must be available after school dismissal for practices, games, study tables, and team

activities.

? Occasional evenings and weekends required for competitions, tournaments, camps, and

team events.

? Off-season responsibilities include player development, conditioning oversight, program

planning, community outreach, and recruitment efforts.

Preferred Characteristics

? Strong commitment to student-athlete academic achievement.

? Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community

partners.

? Passion for developing young men into leaders both on and off the field.

? Experience building and sustaining successful soccer programs.

Benefits

? Opportunity to lead and build a growing high school soccer program.

? Professional development opportunities.

? Positive and supportive educational environment.

? Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student-athletes academically, athletically,

and personally.

? Coaching stipend based on experience and ATA salary guidelines.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

? Letter of Interest

? Resume

Applications should be submitted to Post and/or:

Athletic Director : Leonte Degraffenreid

Dearborn Advanced Technology Academy (ATA)

Dearborn, Michigan

ldegraffenreid@my.atafordpas.org

ATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified candidates who are passionate

about student development, educational athletics, and soccer excellence to apply.