This coaching role for the 2026-2027 school year involves mentoring 6th-12th grade athletes in soccer while upholding the school's mission. The coach serves as a Christian role model, guiding students to excel in soccer while fostering character, collaboration, and teamwork. The position focuses on instilling a love for Jesus in each student and supporting their faith and educational journey.
Responsibilities
Provide a Christian role model while coaching students to become excellent soccer players
Engage in effective parent and school community relationships
Provide leadership to the program
Responsible with the Athletic Director for all matters relating to the organization, administration, and philosophy of the sport
Serve in a leadership capacity to the community program
Oversee the high school program in soccer
Adhere to the WIAA Coaches Guidelines, PCA Coach Handbook, and Student Athletic Handbook
Teach individual athletes the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport
Maintain competency in WIAA rules and clinics, event procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport
Work cooperatively with all PCA coaches, Athletic Director, teachers, and students to ensure a healthy, positive, competitive relationship
Recommend additional games to the Athletic Director
Work closely with the Athletic Director to schedule PCA facility use
Secure the Athletic Director’s approval before scheduling non-school facilities for off-campus activities
Obtain the proper training and certification to drive vehicles that transport athletes
Work with the coaches and/or Athletic Director to plan transportation and appropriate supervision at away contests in compliance with district and school travel policy and guidelines
Assist Athletic Director in recruiting and hiring all assistant coaches
Evaluate all assistant, sub-varsity, and volunteer coaches in soccer
Assign duties to coaching staff
Maintain an accurate and current team roster and submit copies to the Athletic Office
Work closely with the Athletic Director in the financial aspect of soccer by preparing and submitting an annual budget; follow PCA financial policies
Develop a consistent and positive communication process, using school approved avenues and media to inform the parents and the general public about soccer, per school policy
Work with the office to assign and collect athletic uniforms
Maintain accurate statistics, records, and results of the season
Work with the Athletic Office for the organization of celebrations and the presentation of team awards
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Record, submit, and maintain necessary WIAA & PCA forms and paperwork
Enforce all rules of the WIAA related to soccer
Require Eligibility Card before athletes participate in practice
Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establish and oversee penalties for breach of such standards by individual students
Ensure that no bullying/hazing occurs in soccer
Establish performance criteria for participation in interscholastic competition in soccer
Discuss concerns with athlete and parents if student is put on academic probation
Cooperate with the Athletic Director to verify that no participant is issued equipment or allowed to practice until his/her physical examination card has been completed and his/her insurance coverage is in effect
Oversee the safety condition of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted when students are present
Enforce rules and regulations concerning conditioning of players and their health and safety
Report injuries to the Athletic Director through personal communication, as well as completing and submitting incident reports to the Athletic Office
Exercise great care in dealing with all injuries, particularly those that are of a serious nature
Ensure that the injured athlete is receiving competent medical care
Secure the signed approval of the doctor and parent before the athlete is allowed to participate again in athletic activities following injuries of a serious or prolonged nature
Provide supervision of all athletes until the last one has left the building and/or site, including after school, before games, and/or practices that may be in the evening
Ensure that all windows, doors, and gates are locked in any area that has been used
Plan all practice sessions, competitions, and supervise out-of-season training program
Ensure a positive environment free of hazing, harassment, bullying, and intimidating language and behaviors
Work with Athletic Director to plan and execute special events such as assemblies, Senior Honor Night, team meals, awards celebrations, other special recognition, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative, inerrant Word of God—our standard for faith and practice
Be a born again, Spirit filled Christian who is in agreement with the PCA mission and vision, Statement of Faith, values, philosophy of education, and policies
Acknowledge Christ as Savior and seek to live life as His disciple
Demonstrate a desire for spiritual growth as evidenced by his or her prayer life, Bible study, and spiritual outreach to others
Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (Luke 6:40), including being committed to God’s biblical standards for sexual conduct
Share the Christian faith with other people
Have a Christ-centered home
Actively participate in a local Bible-believing church
Evidence the fruit of the Spirit in dealing with people
Have a conviction that God has called him/her to Christian school ministry
Reflect the beliefs, values, purposes, and priorities of the school
Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity, in all personal and professional matters
Follow the Matthew 18 principle in dealing with conflict with students, parents, staff, and administration
Reflect and teach the mission, vision, and core beliefs of the school
Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to “train a child in the way he should go” (Prov. 22:6, NIV)
Be an enthusiastic visionary, an encourager, and a self-starter with a high energy level
Manage the team and individual students with a firm, grace-filled accountability to high behavioral expectations
Demonstrate sensitivity toward staff, parent, volunteers, and children, and an ability to interact effectively with them
Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism
Attend Open Houses, Student Showcases, and events as requested by the Head of School
Understand the importance of discernment, discretion, and confidentiality in the operation of the classroom and school
Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with courtesy, patience, friendliness, dignity, respect, and a good sense of humor
Defend principles and convictions in the face of pressure and partisan influence
Recognize her/his mistakes and take measures to correct them
Be a collaborative team player
Use acceptable English in written and oral communication
Speak with clear articulation
Respectfully submit and be loyal to those in authority
Appreciate and understand the uniqueness of the PCA and the local community
Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy
High school diploma or GED
First Aid, CPR and concussion training completed
Effective in oral and written communication skills
Possess evidence of other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by school policy
Seek and accept constructive evaluation of her or his own job performance
Attend Professional Development and workshops recommended by the Athletic Director
Attend all athletic meetings, as requested by the Athletic Director
Able to listen carefully and respond with grace and understanding to all members of the school community
Able to manage time and prioritize daily and weekly tasks
Able to manage the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the job
Able to walk forward and backwards
Able to project voice so that up to 50 students can hear
Able to work outdoors and indoors in various temperature/weather conditions
Able to actively coach a team of students after school hours
Able to lift or carry supplies, furniture, and equipment to a maximum of 35 pounds
Able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
Able to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
Able to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather
Important Details
Schedule: Coaching and games generally happen Monday – Friday, after 3:00 p.m., following the academic calendar
Contract: Contracted, exempt employee
Department(s): Athletics
Hired by: Head of School
Reports to: Athletic Director
Evaluated by: Athletic Director
Application Process
Submit your application, cover letter and resume
About the Company
Pacific Christian Academy has a rich history of providing Christian education in the Puget Sound region. Its Early Education through 12th grade will educate approximately 320 students from many nationalities this fall. The mission of Pacific Christian Academy is to “offer families a superior Bible-based education that equips student to be socially relevant leaders who are fully prepared for higher achievement.”