Position Purpose

The Assistant Boys Soccer Coach supports the development of high school student-athletes by fostering skill development, positive attitudes, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Emphasis is placed on age-appropriate instruction, participation, and the development of lifelong habits of physical activity, responsibility, and respect.

Goals

Support the physical, social, and emotional development of high school student-athletes
Teach fundamental soccer skills appropriate for varying ability levels
Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and respect for self and others
Provide positive role modeling and encouragement
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive athletic environment

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Working with Student-Athletes

Attend and assist with all practices, meets, team meetings, and required school-related activities, including supervision during events and field trips
Assist in organizing and conducting practice sessions that emphasize skill development, participation, and safety
Support instruction of basic soccer skills for students of varying abilities
Help supervise students at competitions and ensure appropriate conduct and sportsmanship
Assist with communication between coaches, students, families, and administration
Monitor student participation and effort throughout the season
Coordinate with the Athletic Director regarding transportation needs for meets and events
Ensure student safety at all times and proper use, care, and storage of equipment
Support fundraising activities as needed and follow district bookkeeping and purchasing procedures
Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, Board policy, and district procedures related to student-athlete safety, including concussion protocols
Ensure students meet eligibility requirements, including academic standing and physical clearance
Encourage student participation and help create a positive team culture that emphasizes growth and inclusion
Model professionalism, positive behavior, and effective conflict management
Maintain clear expectations for conduct, respect, and fair play
Follow district athletic guidelines and high school activity standards

Application Requirements

Interested external candidates should submit:

Completed application
Cover letter
Resume

Terms of Employment

Employment is approved by the Board of Trustees and in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

Background Check Requirement

All employees and applicants are required to undergo a criminal history check and fingerprinting. Applicants convicted of felony crimes enumerated in Idaho Code § 33-1208 may not be hired.

External candidates should complete the application, cover letter, resume, and (3) current letters of recommendation.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated periodically by the building principal in conformance with district policy and IDAPA 08.02.02.120.

NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees, as well as other individuals, any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code, may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code, shall not be hired. are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference: I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools

I.C. § 33-513 Professional Personnel

I.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts

I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance

IDAPA. 08.02.02.022 Endorsements A-D

IDAPA 08.02.02.023 Endorsements E-L

IDAPA 08.02.02.0234 Endorsements M-Z

IDAPA 08.02.02.120 Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Position open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening (if required for the position). Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code,, may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.,