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St. Anne's-Belfield School

Varsity Boys' Soccer Assistant Coach

St. Anne's-Belfield School, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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Overview

Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in Charlottesville, VA, our 900+ students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders. As a member of our school community, you would be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contribute to a community of purpose and belonging. Our Portrait of a Graduate guides how we pursue knowledge, engage diverse perspectives, reflect, demonstrate moral character, and understand the needs of the community. Our two campuses on 55 acres serve as hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. Located in Charlottesville, a city recognized for its quality of life, opportunities abound to connect with nature, arts and culture, and the University of Virginia nearby. If you’re seeking a dynamic learning environment where your contributions spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield School. We hire to support our student body with competitive benefits and a wonderful working environment. Position Overview

St. Anne's-Belfield School is seeking a Varsity Boys’ Soccer Assistant Coach to build upon its strong legacy and thriving sports program. Reporting to the Director of Athletics and assisting the head coach, the successful candidate is passionate about the role soccer can play in developing character and advancing the School's mission. The assistant coach supports a collaborative approach with other sports as part of the Saints athletic department. This position will be hired for the Fall Soccer season, which generally runs for 14-16 weeks. A bi-weekly stipend will be paid during the season. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conducting research and analyzing previous games to develop practice and game plans. Determining individual player abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, and factoring these into the season competitions and strategy sessions. Organizing team-building sessions and activities off the field. Fostering good sportsmanship in all team players and in all phases of athletic participation. Managing and supervising athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, and respect. Ensuring that all soccer coaches work together toward a common goal. Encouraging players to engage in other Saints sports programs. Using a variety of instructional techniques to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes in soccer. Working with the Athletic Director / Associate Director of Athletics to coordinate arrangements around practices and competitions. Establishing and maintaining open communication with parents, students, and director of athletics. Taking all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities. Working with the athletic department staff to ensure equipment is in good and safe working order and maintaining inventory of soccer equipment and uniforms. Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree / Master’s preferred. Soccer coaching experience preferred. Passion for soccer and comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of the game. Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures. Knowledge of VISAA & NFHS rules that apply to soccer. Demonstrated ability to instruct, relate to, teach, and supervise student-athletes on and off the field. Skills and Abilities

Strong communication, management, motivational, interpersonal, and strategizing skills. Self-starter with a positive attitude. Ability to utilize technology is required. Ability to communicate in spoken and written word. Embraces a high level of accountability. Ability to assess players and coaches effectively. Professionally calm and motivationally intense. A progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation. Cares about character, team, and staff. Able to function at a high capacity in a fast-paced environment. Ability to be consistent in decision making is a premium. Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of standing or walking. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to game and equipment setup. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. In compliance with ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with our organization, please call (434) 296-5106 or email stabhr@stab.org

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