Job Details

Model Lab School Boys' Middle School Soccer Head Coach
Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Model Lab School Boys' Middle School Soccer Head Coach

Position Type: Seasonal or Temporary

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 23R200 - P-12 Programming

Division: 3R0000 - P-12 Programming

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

Schedule Type: Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Hours Per Week: Intermittent

Contact Person: Scotty.Sutton@eku.edu

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Model coaching positions are seasonal appointments. The middle school boys' soccer season is generally from July - October. Positions will ensure that KHSAA and EKU regulations and policies are observed during practices and events, provide coaching, role modeling and oversight of activities, and supervise students.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma and completion of KHSAA training or minimum of 64 college credit hours is required. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Experience: Must complete KHSAA and Model Lab School training requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful experience as a soccer player and/or coach. Highly knowledgeable about the rules of the game and experience in working with student athletes.

Job Duties

• 75% - Work with Athletic Director to schedule practices and games. Ensure presence at all scheduled events. Train and practice with student athletes using best practices for soccer players and in accordance with all KHSAA and other national and state laws and guidelines. Serve as a Model representative and liaison when interacting with Model parents and with employees, students, parents and community members of others schools - (Essential)
• 15% - Complete all required training for coaches, including Model orientation and review of the coaches handbook. Serve as a role model, using appropriate behaviors and coaching techniques for student athletes. Assist in selection and oversight of assistant coach and ensure proper behaviors are maintained. Ensure proper maintenance and care of all athletic equipment. Adhere to student confidentiality policies and procedures. Follow proper protocol for student travel to competitions - (Essential)
• 10% - Learn and communicate with students and parents through the school-approved ROOMS communication system. Complete other duties as assigned/requested by the Superintendent or Director of Athletics - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes