Middle School Soccer Coach (Temporary Contract)

Job Summary
                

University School at ETSU is seeking a motivated and dedicated Head Coach for our Middle School Soccer program. This position offers opportunities to lead either the boys team (spring), girls team (fall), or potentially both teams.

The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the middle school soccer program. Key responsibilities include fostering individual and team skill development, promoting character growth, and guiding student-athletes to enhance their performance while instilling values of discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork through soccer.

We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates strong leadership capabilities in player and staff development, sportsmanship, integrity, and character development. Essential qualifications include excellent communication and organizational skills.

The Head Coach will be expected to attend all practices, games, and team events, coordinate practice schedules with the Athletics Director, and ensure compliance with all TSSAA, ETSU, and Washington County rules and regulations. This role will report directly to the Athletics Director and school administration.

If you are interested or require further information, please reach out to Dr. Justin Penley, Athletics Director for University School, at penleyj@etsu.edu.

Apply now to join our team and make a positive impact on our student-athletes!

Required Qualifications

• Previous middle school-aged soccer coaching experience

Physical Demands 

• Demonstrating drills (running, jumping, lifting), demonstrating proper form, moving around a field/court, standing/sitting for long periods, quick reaction times, and maintaining balance, focusing on the specific movements and techniques of soccer, lifting/carrying equipment

Application Instructions

• Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

• Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check. 

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.