What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Women's Soccer Coach, Part-time position at Meredith College I-O Psychology Master of Arts Program?
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The Assistant Women's Soccer Coach supports all aspects of the Meredith College soccer program. This position works closely with the Head Coach to provide a positive, competitive, and student-centered experience for our student-athletes while upholding the mission and values of Meredith College, NCAA Division III, and the USA South Athletic Conference.
The assistant coach is expected to be actively involved in coaching, recruiting, game preparation, student-athlete development, and program operations.
Duties
Coaching & Player Development
The Assistant Women's Soccer Coach supports all aspects of the Meredith College soccer program. This position works closely with the Head Coach to provide a positive, competitive, and student-centered experience for our student-athletes while upholding the mission and values of Meredith College, NCAA Division III, and the USA South Athletic Conference.
The assistant coach is expected to be actively involved in coaching, recruiting, game preparation, student-athlete development, and program operations.
Duties
Coaching & Player Development
- Assist with the planning and implementation of all training sessions and practice plans.
- Attend and actively coach at all team practices, competitions, and team activities as assigned.
- Assist with game preparation, scouting, in-game coaching, and post-game evaluation.
- Provide individual skill instruction and player development.
- Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, accountability, leadership, and academic success.
- Actively recruit prospective student-athletes through off-campus recruiting, including high school matches, club tournaments, showcases, and other recruiting events.
- Build and maintain relationships with club and high school coaches.
- Communicate regularly with prospective student-athletes and their families throughout the recruiting process.
- Assist with planning and coordinating on-campus recruiting visits, including itineraries, campus tours, meetings, and game day experiences.
- Maintain accurate recruiting records and assist with recruiting database management.
- Assist with travel planning and serve as a driver for team travel when needed.
- Assist with team communications and other administrative duties as assigned by the Head Coach.
- Help coordinate team events, community service activities, and alumni engagement opportunities.
- Maintain knowledge of and comply with NCAA Division III, USA South Athletic Conference, and Meredith College policies and procedures.
- Complete all required NCAA and institutional compliance education.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Collegiate coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of the game of soccer and player development.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit and evaluate prospective student-athletes.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
- Valid NC driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
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