High School - Soccer Assistant Coach (2 Openings)

Position Title: High School Assistant (2 Openings)Reports To: Director of Athletics & High School Head CoachSalary: Stipend (set by coaches pay scale)Position GoalThe successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe conditions in accordance with PIAA, league, sports medicine and RSD policies/procedures. Furthermore the candidate will be responsible for assisting student-athletes to establish a life after high school while instilling Red Knight pride, connecting with youth programs, teaching education through athletics, and fundraising.QualificationsMust be a minimum age of 18 years old.High School Diploma or equivalent required.Preferable experience working in a supervision role in athletics, recreation, education, or related fields.Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate with adults and students in a diverse work environment.Essential FunctionsSupervise student athletesStay current with current rules, coaching techniques, schemes, and best practicesMonitor student-athletes to prevent accidents and injuries.Place student-athletes in positions to succeed not only in their sport, but also in lifeDemonstrate strong interpersonal skills including communication skills with sports medicine staff, game workers, officials, media, students, parents, spectators, and facility staff.Ensures that all possible safety measures are observed, including taking proper care of equipment and proper surveillance of program participants. Attend all training sessions and any additional staff meetings.Work flexible hours including off season training, early mornings, afternoon/evenings, weekends, and holidays.Verify student-athletes are eligible by PIAA and Reading School District Athletic policies.Secure equipment and facilities after each usageCommunicate with RSD admin, safe schools, custodial services and/or RPD as needed.Communicate with youth groups and foster participation growthBe a good role model to student-athletesSupport all RSD athleticsPhysical RequirementsPhysically perform all skills required of a coach.Hear noises and distress signals in a crowded athletic facility.Able to withstand extreme weather conditionsAble to lift at least 20 pounds.