Middle School Athletic Coach (Pool Posting)
Job Description
Job Type: Part Time
Position: Middle School Athletic Coach
Description
The Athletic Coach is responsible for leading and developing a successful athletic program that supports the academic, social, emotional, and athletic growth of student-athletes. Coaches are expected to model professionalism, sportsmanship, integrity, and leadership while creating a safe, structured, and positive team culture aligned with the mission and vision of the school athletic program.
Coaches must promote student-athlete development, academic accountability, discipline, teamwork, and a college-ready mindset through daily instruction, communication, and program leadership.
Focus Areas
- Skill progression and competitive development
- Accountability, discipline, and athletic growth
- Preparing athletes for high school athletics
- Reinforcing academic and behavioral expectations
Middle School Coach Expectations
- Develop foundational competitive skills and game strategy
- Build structure, accountability, and team discipline
- Help student-athletes transition into advanced athletic expectations
- Support leadership development and confidence building
- Reinforce time management, attendance, and academic responsibility
Qualifications
- Previous coaching and/or playing experience preferred
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, families, and administration
- Knowledge of sport-specific rules, strategies, and player development
- Ability to supervise and manage student-athletes effectively
- Must meet all district and athletic compliance requirements
Work Expectations
- Availability for practices, games, meetings, and team events outside regular school hours
- Ability to travel for athletic events as assigned
- Ability to supervise students in indoor and outdoor athletic environments
- Commitment to maintaining a professional appearance and conduct at all times
Compensation: Stipend Position