Boys Soccer Head Coach

BOYS SOCCER HEAD COACH
  

Head Boys' Soccer Coach
2026�2027 School Year

Prospect High School is seeking a strong, student-centered leader and role model to serve as our Head Boys' Soccer Coach for the 2025�2026 school year. This position plays an important role in delivering an exceptional high school experience within a diverse, supportive, and equity-focused school community.

At Prospect, we value belonging, connection, and growth. Our coaches are educators first. They are expected to support students academically, socially, and athletically while building programs that reflect the values of our school community.

The Head Boys' Soccer Coach leads all aspects of the program, including long-term planning, daily operations, and alignment across all levels. The coach is responsible for creating a competitive and developmentally sound program that supports student-athletes both on and off the field.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the entire Boys' Soccer program.
• Organize and oversee practices, competitions, and team events.
• Develop and manage the program budget and equipment.
• Recruit, support, and evaluate assistant coaches.
• Coordinate with school administration, the athletic department, and booster organizations.
• Foster positive relationships with parents, community members, and media outlets.
• Plan and supervise off-season opportunities, camps, clinics, and summer programming.
  
   

Desired Qualities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Program Leadership: Ability to build on existing strengths while setting high standards for players and staff.
• Coaching Knowledge: Strong understanding of soccer tactics, skill development, and program alignment across levels.
• Vision and Planning: Capacity to create and execute a clear plan for sustained program growth.
• Player Development: Experience integrating strength and conditioning principles to support overall athletic performance.
• Mentorship: Commitment to teaching the game while modeling integrity, accountability, and teamwork with both coaches and athletes.
• Organization and Accountability: Skill in delegating responsibilities, supervising staff, and conducting end-of-season evaluations.

Qualifications

• ISBE or ASEP certification required.
• Previous head coaching experience at any level or varsity-level coordinating experience preferred.
  
   

Application Requirements:

Cover letter - The cover letter must highlight Soccer experiences and reasons for applying.

Coaching Resume � outlining the qualifications and experiences related to the coaching aspect of this position as well as a list of references.

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