What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Boys Soccer Assistant Coach position at Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Boston?
Position Overview
Schechter Boston is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Middle School Boys Soccer Assistant Coach to support our Grades 6–8 boys soccer team during the fall season. This is an opportunity for a coach who enjoys working with middle school students and is committed to helping young athletes develop their soccer skills while building confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love of the game.
The fall season runs from Sept 9th - Nov 11th.
Our middle school teams practice and compete on Mondays and Wednesdays after school. Practices are generally held from 3:15–4:15 p.m., with games taking place on Mondays and Wednesdays in lieu of practice. Game times and duration will be dependent on the location of the event.
This position offers a competitive coaching stipend of $1,500.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the head coach in planning and leading engaging, developmentally appropriate soccer practices
- Assist with teaching and reinforcing fundamental soccer skills, including shooting, passing, dribbling, offensive and defensive positioning, and game strategy
- Provide individualized instruction and encouragement to players with varying levels of experience and ability
- Assist the head coach with game preparation and provide coaching and support during competitions
- Help create a positive, inclusive, and encouraging team environment where every student feels valued and supported
- Model and promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, and school spirit
- Encourage students to develop confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset both on and off the court
- Support communication with players, families, and school staff as appropriate
- Collaborate with the head coach and school’s athletics staff to support a positive middle school athletics program
- Maintain a safe environment and follow all school policies and expectations
Qualifications
- Previous soccer coaching or playing experience; experience working with middle school-aged students is preferred
- Knowledge of soccer fundamentals, rules, and strategies
- Ability to effectively teach and encourage students with varying levels of experience and ability
- Positive, patient, and encouraging approach to working with young athletes
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive team environment
- Ability to work collaboratively with the head coach, students, families, and school staff
- Must complete all required school background checks and mandatory training
How to Apply
Please send a resume to jobs@ssdsboston.org.
About Schechter Boston
Schechter Boston creates a Jewish educational experience where each child, from 12 months through eighth grade, is known, belongs, is engaged, and is inspired. Faculty, staff, and students benefit from a highly collaborative and mutually supportive environment in which each person’s individual strengths are recognized and cultivated and are vital to the success and learning of the community as a whole.
Individuals who work at Schechter Boston must thrive in a culture that lives every day by the following values:
- Believing there is no limit to better
- Providing honest and kind feedback
- Failing forward
- Leaning into complexity
- Being kinder than necessary
Pay: $1,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,500