Co-Ed Cross Country

The role of the Head Soccer Coach is to lead and organize the Soccer program at Eastpointe High School. Candidates are responsible for conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in event strategies and techniques while making sure that the student athletes and coaches are compliant with school and MHSAA rules, regulations and requirements set forth. Maintaining that all safety measures are strictly followed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the sport and rules.
• Experience as a coach is preferred.
• Experience coaching and/or playing at the high school level.
• The individual being sought must possess strong personal ethics, be a positive professional role model, and demand from athletes a high standard of conduct and discipline.
• Effective communication skills with athletes, coaches, parents, and administration a must.
• Have a current CPR Certification or the ability to obtain one prior to coaching.
• Have previous coaching experience or experience working with urban youth and or teaching experience (preferred but not required).

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Assess player's skills, monitor players during competition and practice, and keep the Athletic Director informed of the athletic performance of students.
• Develop and execute winning game strategies.
• Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, parents, officials, and spectators.
• Maintain the equipment storage in an orderly condition and assume responsibility for its security.
• Distribute equipment, supplies, and uniforms to players.
• Submit a list of award winners at the end of the season to Athletic Department.
• Participate in special activities to include parent's night, banquet, award nights, and pep assemblies.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.