Girls Assistant Soccer Coach at Wheaton Academy

West Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coaching, Leadership, Communication, Team Development, Spiritual Guidance, Technology Use, Community Engagement, Recruiting, Social Media Management, Program Operations

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Job Summary: The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach by maintaining the program’s overall level of excellence, the physical and spiritual development of players, and its reputation within the community, the conference, and the IHSA. Essential duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Coaches varsity or junior varsity players, as assigned by varsity coach. Attends all regular season and post-season practices and games. Serves as a Christian role model for students, prioritizing their spiritual development. Treats athletes, parents, co-workers and opposing teams in a Christ-like manner. Continues to pursue growth in skills as a position coach by learning from other coaching staff and attending coaching clinics. Uses requisite technology independently to perform coaching instructional and program operational duties. Assist with team excursions. Assist with community and school service activities. Assist with college recruiting. Assist with summer camp operations. Assistant coaches are assigned select roles by the head varsity coach. These could include: Coaching: Position strategy and coordination; Player discipleship and leadership development; Development and oversight of other assistant coaches Communication: Assist with communication to parents; assist with communication to players; assist with communication to parent volunteers; assist with social media; coordination with Sports Information Director to keep social media and website current Program operations: Athletic trainer coordination; referee coordination Requirements Wheaton Academy employees must fully embrace the school’s Educational Philosophy and Mission as expressed in its Protestant Statement of Faith and commit to upholding these principles. Participation in a Protestant church whose core beliefs align with Wheaton Academy’s Statement of Faith is expected. Employment at Wheaton Academy requires affirmation of an evangelical Protestant Christian faith, including a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and a desire to share the gospel message of salvation. Employees are expected to demonstrate spiritual maturity in character and conduct, reflecting the principles of I Timothy 4:12 within and beyond the school environment (Luke 6:40). They should exemplify discernment, dignity, respect, and Christ-centered living, setting a positive example for students, families, colleagues, and the broader community. The ideal candidate brings prior collegiate playing experience and proven coaching experience. This individual demonstrates strong leadership skills, with a track record of guiding teams or programs toward achieving a shared vision - whether in coaching or other professional contexts. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in maintaining the program’s excellence and the development of players. Responsibilities include coaching players, attending practices and games, and assisting with various program operations.