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Posted: 18-Dec-24

Location: Upland, Indiana

Type: Part-time

Categories:

Coaching Coaching - Soccer

Sector:

Collegiate Sports

Required Education:

4 Year Degree Mission and Commitment Taylor's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ’s redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need.

As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ’s love and truth in the here and now. We worship together, serve one another, and grow in faith as we learn in the classroom, on the field, at chapel, and anywhere else we’re doing Life Together.

The Assistant Coach fills an integral part of the Taylor Men’s Soccer coaching team. Responsible for assisting the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach will aid in instruction, teaching, and evaluation of skills; partnering with game preparation, practice plan development, and scheduling; and contribute to recruiting efforts, among other duties. Additionally, the Assistant Coach will play a key mentorship role, contributing to the overall spiritual development and discipleship of student-athletes.

This position is primarily responsible to: Testify to personal experience of salvation in Jesus Christ, affirm belief in the University’s Statement of Faith, abide by and practice our Life Together Covenant, and both personally agree with and support the Foundational Documents of Taylor University. Assist the Head Coach in organization and implementation of systems, practices, and game plans for the program. Provide technical expertise in the fundamentals of the sport. Support an environment consistent with the values of Taylor University and the Athletic Department that enables achievement of a quality, competitive sports program, and supports the educational goals of individual student-athletes. Assist the Head Coach with recruitment and team member selection. Assist with practice sessions and coaching of intercollegiate contests. Guide and mentor student-athletes throughout the school year. Assist with daily operations of the athletic program. Advise Head Coach and others on coaching team on game strategy, fundamentals, and skills. Support program improvements, encourage team unity, and foster the spiritual development and discipleship of student-athletes. Represent Taylor University and the sports program to various institutional programs and externally, as appropriate Protect the integrity of Taylor University and the sport coached by ensuring program compliance with University policy, conference rules, and NAIA guidelines. Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required At least two years’ experience in coaching at the intercollegiate level is preferred; however, extensive player experience at the collegiate level can be substituted for coaching experience  Demonstrated proficiency in the sport

Skills and Competencies

Engaging interpersonal skills to connect with and effectively communicate with current and prospective student-athletes.  Skilled in communication—both verbally and in writing—with a diverse range of audiences and settings.  Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds. Effective conflict management skills Comfortable presenting information to large and small groups in professional and casual settings.  Excellent collaboration and team-building skills. Effective at coaching and delivering constructive feedback. Competent in using various computer software, including reporting tools and Microsoft Office suite. 

Create a Job Alert for Similar Jobs About Taylor University Taylor University accomplishes its mission by attracting to its community a quality staff and faculty who, above all else, are committed by professing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and by serving under His authority. In turn, everyone who comes to Taylor takes an active and comprehensive role in developing students spiritually, emotionally, and of course, academically—it is truly a discipleship process. Taylor University is also committed as we strive to create and build a multicultural workforce with a representative tapestry of talents. It is even more than a commitment, it is a biblical mandate we are striving to achieve. Taylor University…a rich heritage, purposefully creating a rich tapestry! We believe effective student discipleship requires willingness to commit time and care whenever and however the opportunity for student growth presents itself. Connections working at Taylor University https://ncaamarket.ncaa.org/jobs/20908066/assistant-men-s-soccer-coach Return to Search Results