Assistant Soccer Coach / JV Head Coach

St. Thomas More School is an educational institution located at 45 Cottage Road in Oakdale, Connecticut, serving students in a structured, academically focused environment. The school emphasizes holistic development by combining academic excellence with extracurricular opportunities, including athletics. As part of its mission, St. Thomas More School fosters teamwork, discipline, leadership, and personal growth. Athletics play a vital role in building school spirit and supporting student well-being.

Candidates joining the coaching staff will become part of a community-oriented environment that values mentorship, positive role modeling, and the development of student-athletes both on and off the field.

The Assistant Soccer Coach / Junior Varsity Head Coach is a full-time, on-site position supporting the St. Thomas More soccer program. This role works closely with the Head Coach in planning and conducting training sessions, developing players' technical and tactical abilities, and promoting the overall success of the program.

In addition to assisting with the varsity program, the successful candidate will serve as the Head Coach of the Junior Varsity (JV) team. The JV Head Coach will be responsible for planning and leading JV training sessions, managing matches, evaluating player development, and ensuring alignment with the overall philosophy and objectives of the St. Thomas More soccer program.

Daily responsibilities include assisting with practice preparation, supervising drills, providing individual and group feedback, managing team logistics, preparing for matches, and supporting player evaluations. The Assistant Coach / JV Head Coach is expected to promote sportsmanship, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, and collaborate with school staff to ensure that athletic participation contributes positively to students' academic and personal development.

Additional duties may include attending coaches' meetings, communicating with students and families regarding team expectations and events, assisting with recruitment efforts, and helping oversee the development pathway from the JV program to the varsity team.

• Demonstrated experience in soccer coaching and player development.
• Ability to independently lead a team as a Head Coach while collaborating within a larger coaching staff.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to provide clear instruction and constructive feedback.
• Background or interest in education and working with student-athletes in a school environment.
• Knowledge of soccer rules, tactics, training methodologies, and injury prevention best practices.
• Previous experience coaching youth, academy, high school, or school-age athletes preferred.
• Ability to foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team culture.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Relevant coaching certifications or licenses are preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is beneficial.

• Assist the Head Coach with varsity team training sessions and match preparation.
• Serve as the Head Coach of the Junior Varsity team.
• Plan and lead JV training sessions and matches.
• Support the development and progression of players within the program.
• Evaluate player performance and provide regular feedback.
• Coordinate equipment, schedules, and team logistics.
• Promote sportsmanship, accountability, and personal growth.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and families to support student success.
• Maintain a safe and positive learning environment for all student-athletes.
• Support the overall vision, culture, and standards of the St. Thomas More soccer program.