Position Summary:

The Head Varsity Girls Soccer Coach is responsible for coaching, mentoring, instructing skills and techniques, and building a sense of community within the team, program, and school. The Head Varsity Girls Soccer Coach works in coordination with the Assistant Girls Soccer Coach as well as under the guidance and in coordination with the Co-Directors of Athletics, in achieving the school and program-wide goals. Glenelg Country School currently competes in the IAAM C Conference and is expecting the Head Coach to grow the program for a move up to the B Conference.

Education and Experience:

Previous High School, Club Level, or College Level playing or coaching experience is required.

Essential Functions:

• Attend all team activities (meets, practices, gatherings, meetings)
• Ride or drive school provided transportation with team
• Weekly email communication with players and families during the season
• Attend all required athletic department or league meetings
• Responsible for all athletes, equipment, and facilities used while coaching

Key Skills and Attributes:

Interested individuals should possess good communication skills, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with coaching staff.

Typical Level of Interaction:

This position requires a high level of direct interaction with high school athletes, parents, school administrators, faculty, and other members of the school coaching staff.  There is also a high level of direct interaction with members of other communities such as officials, staff from opposing schools, and bus drivers.

Competencies:

• Knowledge of soccer techniques and game strategy
• Verbal communication skills
• Written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Good driving record and ability to drive school minibus

Administration:

Coaches are responsible for reporting game results to the Athletic Department as well as responding to emails within 24 hours when in season.

Physical Demands:

• Standing for long periods of time
• Riding a school bus long periods of time
• Driving a minibus
• Must be able to carry 25 pounds

Work Environment:

• This job is primarily outdoors.

Compensation:

This position pays $4,000 – $5,000 per coaching season. 

About Glenelg Country School

Glenelg Country School is an age 2 through grade 12 co-educational, non-sectarian, college preparatory school located on 90 acres in Howard County, Maryland. Glenelg Country School seeks to recruit and retain faculty and staff who not only exemplify the qualities described in the school’s mission, but also add to the intellectual, racial, cultural, and ethnic diversity of the school community. Faculty and staff are a vital and valued part of the GCS family. Our school provides the opportunity to work in a stimulating, inspiring and rewarding environment, and we are committed to providing a premier educational experience by bringing new ideas, opportunities, people, skills and experiences to our students. Glenelg Country School is an equal opportunity employer and employees enjoy excellent benefits that include health coverage, retirement packages, and study grants.

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