What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boys Varsity Soccer Head Coach position at Innovation Charter High School?
Position Title: Head Boys Soccer Coach (Varsity)
Reports To: Athletic Director
Location: Innovation Charter High School, New York, New York
Position Type: Seasonal (Mid-August- Early November)
Position Summary
The High School Soccer Coach is responsible for leading, organizing, and developing a
competitive soccer program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and
academic success. The coach will provide a positive and structured environment that promotes
athletic growth while supporting the mission and values of Innovation Charter High School.
Key Responsibilities
● Plan, organize, and supervise all practices, games, and team activities.
● Teach fundamental and advanced soccer skills, strategies, and conditioning.
● Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive team culture that prioritizes respect, effort, and
character.
● Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback for growth.
● Manage team selection through a fair and transparent tryout process.
● Ensure players adhere to school, league, and state athletic policies and regulations.
● Collaborate with assistant coaches, athletic trainers, teachers, and administrators.
● Monitor student-athlete academic performance and support their success in the
classroom.
● Maintain and care for equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
● Represent the program with professionalism at games, school events, and community
functions.
Qualifications
● Previous soccer coaching and/or playing experience required (high school, club, or higher
level preferred).
● Demonstrated ability to mentor student-athletes both on and off the field.
● Knowledge of soccer rules, strategies, and modern training methods.
● Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
● Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, families, and school staff
● Familiarity with modern technologies (game changer, student tracker, video analysis,
conditioning tools, etc.).
● CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Supervisor:
The Athletic Director or their designee.
Compensation
Compensation will be in accordance with the school’s coaching stipend schedule.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Innovation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Please apply online:
http://www.innovationhighschool.org/work-at-innovation
