About this role
The Assistant Middle School Boys Soccer Coach will support the Head Coach in planning, organizing, and conducting a successful soccer program for middle school student-athletes. The assistant coach will help develop players' soccer skills, promote teamwork and sportsmanship, and contribute to a positive, safe, and supportive environment that encourages student-athletes to grow academically, athletically, and personally. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist with planning and conducting practices, workouts, and team activities.
• Help teach fundamental soccer skills, techniques, and game strategies.
• Assist the Head Coach with game preparation, coaching, and competition management.
• Support the development of teamwork, discipline, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Help monitor student-athlete academic eligibility, attendance, and behavior.
• Provide supervision and support for student-athletes during practices and competitions.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, coaches, and athletic department staff.
• Follow all school, district, conference, and athletic department policies and procedures.
• Assist with maintaining and organizing team equipment, uniforms, and athletic facilities.
• Attend required coaches' meetings, professional development, and athletic department activities.
• Serve as a positive role model and representative of Lexington Middle School and its athletic program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
Qualifications:
• Previous soccer playing and/or coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach and coaching staff.
• Strong communication, organization, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively work with and motivate middle school student-athletes.
• Must meet all school district and athletic department coaching requirements and certifications.
• Must maintain required CPR/First Aid certification and complete all required coaching education and safety training.