What are the responsibilities and job description for the GOALIE COACH FOR SOCCER PROGRAM position at The Lawrenceville School?
Overview :
The Goalie Coach for Soccer Program will support the Head Coaches of Boys / Girls and provide guidance to the players academic and athletic experience. They assist the head coach in the defensive strategy and game management of the athletic curriculum and program development.
Responsibilities :
- Coach, coordinate, and assist the Head Coach in supervising and coordinating the defensive strategy of the program.
- Adhere to policies established in The Lawrenceville School Coaches Handbook.
- Attend scheduled practices, athletic contests, and assist with game management.
- Attend professional conferences and required institutional meetings (when applicable).
- Commit to continued professional growth through a plan of professional development.
- Stay current in and expand knowledge of coaching techniques.
- Model and ensure diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications :
Must have the ability to motivate and inspire students.
Must be able to communicate effectively with groups and / or individuals, and deal with peers, the public, students, and parents in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner.
Must be able to review, understand, apply, and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and / or professional literature.
Must be able and willing to manage a Monday-Saturday practice / game schedule with self-discipline.This Position may also include travel and possible Sundays (raindates)
