Volunteer High School Soccer Coach JobID: 405

+ Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/ Coaching

+ Date Posted:

1/22/2025

+ Location:

Boone High School

The Boone Community School District has made a significant effort to live our mottoExpect the Best…Achieve Success.Boone Community School District is located 10 minutes west of Ames and roughly 1 hour north of the Des Moines Metro Area. Our staff work daily to Value the Uniqueness of All, Give a Fresh Start Each Day, Partner with Families, Develop Positive Character, and Ensure Learning. We have earned a reputation for being an innovative and progressive school district that includes $43+million in building projects was completed in the fall of 2024. This includes a Pre-K-1st grade early childhood learning center and a multipurpose education center. The City of Boone is a great place to live, grow and play. Boone is voted #1 Affordable Small Town… Where You’d Actually Want to Live by Realtor.com

Volunteer High School Soccer Coach – Job Description

Position: Volunteer High School Soccer CoachLocation: Boone High SchoolReports to: Athletic Director/Head CoachCommitment: Flexible

Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Volunteer High School Soccer Coach to join our coaching staff. Head Coach Johnston and Assistant Coach Hicks both bring a vast amount of experience to coaching and organizational management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the game of soccer, the ability to teach skills, strategies, and sportsmanship, and a desire to help young athletes grow both on and off the field. As a volunteer coach, you will assist in providing a positive and safe environment for student-athletes while fostering a love for the game.

Responsibilities:

+ Assist the head coach in planning, organizing, and executing practices and training sessions.

+ Provide individual and team instruction to improve players’ skills, technique, and understanding of the game.

+ Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that encourages teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship.

+ Attend all practices, games, and team events as scheduled.

+ Support game day operations, including setting up equipment, managing substitutions, and providing in-game coaching.

+ Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes during practices, games, and travel.

+ Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, and other coaching staff.

+ Adhere to school policies, rules, and regulations as well as league and state athletic association guidelines.

+ Serve as a role model for student-athletes in behavior, attitude, and sportsmanship.

Qualifications:

+ Previous coaching experience or strong knowledge of soccer (experience working with high school athletes is a plus).

+ Ability to demonstrate and teach soccer skills and strategies.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Patience, positivity, and the ability to work well with teenagers.

+ Ability to commit to the team’s schedule, including practices, games, and tournaments.

+ Understanding of and commitment to upholding safety standards in a sports environment.

+ Ability to pass a background check, in accordance with school policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Must possess a coaching authorization prior to volunteer coaching.

+ Previous experience as a player or coach at the high school or collegiate level.

+ Must complete Boone Community Schools Volunteer Form on the website and pass a background check.

+ Must complete an interview with the Activities Director

Benefits:

+ Opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of student-athletes.

+ Gain valuable coaching experience and develop leadership skills.

+ Be part of a collaborative and supportive coaching community.

To Apply:Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to Lindsey Hyman (lhyman@boone.k12.ia.us). For questions or more information, contact Lindsey Hyman or Ollie Johnston (ojohnston@boone.k12.ia.us).

Join us in fostering a love for the game and helping student-athletes reach their full potential!

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, jjanes@boone.k12.ia.us, at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036; (515) 433-0750