Middle School Soccer Coach

POSITION DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: Soccer Coach

DEPARTMENT: Athletics

SEASON/HOURS: Temporary/ Part Time

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At Calvary Christian Academy, a ministry of Calvary Chapel, we are a community of Christian believers who exist to make disciples of Jesus Christ through a biblical school environment that prepares students to glorify God spiritually, academically, and socially. Our vision is to reach our community and change our world. As a minister and staff member, it is not only what we do, it is also who we are.

Purpose Statement:

The Coach provides assistance and training to the students and prepares them to perform in the capacity being trained for.

Scope:

1 Peter 5:2-3 – Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not for dishonest gain but eagerly; nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Disciple young men/women, demonstrate a commitment to excellence and display character at all times

• Execute the plan designed by the Sports Director or Head Coach

• Attend Coaches meetings

• Be accountable for personal growth as well as church, outreach, and family

• Continuing education and mastery of the game (i.e. schemes, techniques)

• Assist with field/weight room/locker room set up and break down

• Counseling resource for the players

Qualifications/Skills/Gifts:

• A strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ

• A strong commitment to the philosophies and Statement of Faith of Calvary Chapel

• Previous coaching experience in the desired sport of application

• Excellent communication skills

• A good working relationship with children, parents, and staff

• Able to control emotions; slow to anger

• Able to remain calm and organized during busy schedules

• Spiritually mature

• Able to counsel, comfort, and offer support to students

• Able to maintain order and structure in a large group of children

• Gifts of leadership, organization, and service

• Willingness to submit to authority

• Enthusiastic and positive attitude

• Genuine love for our student-athletes and each other