ASSISTANT COACH - GIRLS SOCCER

2025 - 2026 School YearBridgeport Public SchoolsHuman Resources Department45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324Bridgeport, CT 06604ASSISTANT COACH - GIRLS SOCCER (Gr. 9-12)HARDING HIGH SCHOOLSTIPEND: $2,563Position is responsible for assisting with the coaching of student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.RESPONSIBILITIES:Assists with organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions.Assists with developing a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.Works with the head coach and/or athletic director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.Assists coaching and instructing players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities.Establishes and maintains standards of behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their children.Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, & requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.Works with the head coach and/or athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.Participates in special activities to include parents' night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parentsPromotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversationKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:Experience working with teenaged athletesKnowledge and previous experience coachingAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsAbility to work effectively with othersOrganizational and problem-solving skillsBasic knowledge of all other subject matterBasic computer skillsExcellent reading comprehensionExcellent math comprehensionQUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalentCT SDE coaching certification or Connecticut Teaching CertificateFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationConcussion Management TrainingExperience at high school or college level preferred; combination of head coach, assistant coach, player and/or education may be substitutedThree years' high school coaching experience or a higher level preferredMust possess effective coaching techniques and skillsMust possess knowledge of rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sportBilingual in Spanish, preferredAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Letter of IntentResumePhotocopy of coaching permit or application for coaching permitPhotocopy of valid First Aid card - SIGNED, front and backPhotocopy of valid CPR card - SIGNED, front and backCertificate verifying concussion management training (Original Certificate will be required from candidates selected for interview)Stipend is in accordance with the BEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities and qualifications which comprise this position.It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.