Intramural Co-Ed Soccer Ratio Coach - Middle School

Overview

Position:
Middle school assistant coach. This position is generated due to an increase in student participation. It is for the current season only. Any coaches hired due to student/coach ratios must reapply each year as positions become available. Pay is based off current year Assistant Coach salary schedule.

Position Summary: Middle school assistant coaches oversee the growth and development of student athletes by focusing on fundamental skills instruction with an emphasis on whole child development to include expectations for academic and athletic excellence, leadership skills, and positive social relationships.

Requirements: Per WIAA requirements, you must be at least 19 years of age to apply for any assistant coaching positions and 21 years of age to apply for any head coaching positions.

This list is representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all duties listed, and related duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Professional Development and Leadership:
  Stay current with sport-specific literature and attend clinics/workshops.
• Rules and Regulations:
  Study and understand rules of the sport, WIAA, district policies, and league requirements.
• Program Promotion:
  Promote the sport within the school and encourage student participation.
• Program Organization:
  Hold daily practices; absences should be illness or emergency with prior notice to the building athletic director.
• Standard of Care:
  Model safety training and have working knowledge of basic athletic training, including taping and first aid abilities.
• Professionalism:
  Demonstrate good judgment, positive coaching behaviors, leadership development, and teamwork-focused conduct.
• Sportsmanship and Ethics:
  Model ethical behavior and good citizenship at all times.

• Supervision:
  Responsible for program participants from report to departure.
• Rules/Regulations Presentation:
  Reinforce eligibility requirements and district rules as directed by the head coach.
• Eligibility Attention:
  Ensure participants complete eligibility processes before practice.
• Accident/Injury Procedure:
  Call 911 for serious injuries and file an Accident Report within 24 hours; report emergencies immediately.
• Meeting Attendance:
  Attend building, district, and league meetings.
• Facility and Equipment:
  Report safety concerns and care for equipment and facilities.
• Violations and Ejections:
  Report incidents to head coach and athletics leadership.
• Coach Evaluation:
  Attend evaluation meetings after the season.
• Program Leadership:
  Meet with head coach before the season to set goals and ensure consistent instruction.

• Equipment and Inventory:
  Manage program equipment and supplies; account for items at season start.
• Purchases:
  Request essential needs through the head coach; do not purchase with personal funds.
• Fundraising:
  Discuss potential activities with the head coach and obtain prior approval from the building athletic director before handling funds.

• Perform other related duties to support student learning objectives.

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of sport-specific playing and/or coaching experience in a secondary and/or post-secondary athletics program and/or related club coaching experience
• Proven training in drills, safety factors, and application of skills

Additional Requirements

• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of paid middle school and/or post-secondary sport-specific coaching experience and/or related club coaching experience
• Completion of the National Federation Coaching Fundamentals Course (including passing the test)

Condition of Employment

• 21 years of age or older
• Criminal background clearance
• First Aid and CPR certification (hands-on)
• Online Concussion Training (CT)

Note:

Individuals may submit an application prior to completing FA/CPR/CT Training.

• League and WIAA rules and NFHS…