Boys Soccer Assistant Coach

Ravenscroft School seeks a Boys Soccer Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in developing and guiding our student-athletes. This role assists with skill instruction, practice execution, and fostering a positive, competitive team environment rooted in sportsmanship and character development. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of soccer, experience working with youth or adolescent athletes, and a commitment to the academic and athletic mission of Ravenscroft School.

This is a seasonal, part-time coaching position supporting the Ravenscroft's fall Boys Soccer program.

Key responsibilities

• Coaching and Player Development
• Assists the Head Coach in instructing and demonstrating skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement.
• Assists with the implementation of training programs, practice plans, and game preparation as directed by the Head Coach.
• Promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, character development, and respect among student-athletes.
• Supports the Head Coach in identifying individual player development opportunities and providing constructive feedback.

• Student-Athlete Supervision and Safety
• Supports the supervision of student-athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, and team activities.
• Assists in maintaining appropriate behavior and discipline of student-athletes in accordance with school and team expectations.
• Assists with the supervision of students in locker rooms at home and away contests.
• Monitors student-athlete safety and reports injuries, concerns, or incidents promptly to the Head Coach.

• Operations and Administration
• Assists with the cleaning, storage, maintenance, and inventory of athletic equipment and uniforms.
• Assists with game-day operations, including setup, breakdown, transportation logistics, and team travel.
• Enforces all School policies while at home and away contests.
• Enforces North Carolina seat belt laws and complies with all driving regulations when transporting students.
• Attends required meetings, professional development opportunities, and athletic department functions.
• Reports concerns, problems, or situations promptly to the Head Coach.
• Communicates effectively with student-athletes, parents, and school personnel while supporting the philosophy and goals established by the Head Coach.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Qualifications

• Required
• Demonstrated knowledge of soccer and fundamental coaching principles.
• Experience working with adolescents and the ability to serve as a positive role model.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach and take direction effectively.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
• Must meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must successfully complete all school, conference, and state-required coaching certifications and training.

• Preferred
• Previous experience coaching or playing baseball at the high school, collegiate, or club level.
• CDL with school bus endorsement, or willingness to obtain if requested.
• Experience working in a K–12 or independent school environment.

Working conditions

School-based environment with regular presence on Ravenscroft’s athletic fields and facilities. Travel to away contests is required. This is a seasonal position covering the fall sports season (approximately August–November). Evening and weekend availability is required.

Physical requirements

• Active physical participation, including demonstrating drills and remaining on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move throughout campus and athletic facilities.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.