Soccer, Head Coach, (Girls)
On-siteFort Myers, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Plan, organize, and conduct regular practice sessions while developing game strategies and teaching fundamental skills to student-athletes. Supervise players during practices, games, and school-sponsored trips, monitoring their academic progress and enforcing school policies and codes of conduct. Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship while collaborating with the athletic director on scheduling, budget, and facility use. Maintain open communication with parents and guardians, manage team equipment and uniforms, and provide mentorship on personal development and college opportunities. Ensure compliance with state athletic regulations and work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Prior coaching experience at the high school or competitive youth level
- Valid Florida teaching certificate or valid Department of Education athletic coaching certificate
- Valid FHSAA certification
- Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications
- Valid Florida Driver's License
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Head coaching experience in the assigned or a closely related sport at the high school level
- Experience mentoring youth and fostering a positive team culture
- Familiarity with academic eligibility requirements for student-athletes
- Knowledge of the sport's rules, techniques, and safety practices
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners
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