ASSISTANT COACH - MEN'S SOCCER (PART-TIME)DALEY COLLEGE
Daley College's Athletic Department is looking for an Assistant Coach for the Men's Soccer Team. This position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organizing the Soccer program, conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
·Assists in recruiting student-athletes for participation in intercollegiate athletics. Cooperates with the academic advisers to support the academic progress of the student-athlete.
·Assists players in reaching highest athletic potential possible through athletic training and leadership skills. Recruits, counsels and advises students with respect to athletic performance and other personal development issues. Prepares the student athletes for competition through planning and conducting well organized practices and contests. Directs the identification and recruitment of new players to the program, including traveling to regional high school and club soccer events and showcases.
·Enforces and maintains an athletic program policy of educating and graduating student athletes. Works closely with the Athletic Director and Dean of Students, and other school administrators, faculty and staff to assure student athletes are academically eligible for a given sport.
·Plans and directs the training of student athletes and assesses individuals’ abilities and skill level to determine appropriate team position. Conducts in-season and off-season team practice and conditioning programs including skills training and weight and conditioning training.
·Assists in assuring compliance with National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) rules and regulations for the specific sport. Closely monitors academic, conduct and physical requirements for each student athlete. In collaboration with the campus Athletic Director, completes and maintains records and statistics for accurate, mandatory reporting to the NJCAA and regional regulatory agencies.
·Assists in the development and implementation of meaningful professional development activities designed to enhance the skills of all Athletic Department personnel.
·Enforces the District/college’s academic, student and athletic code of conduct. Supervises the student athletes during practice, contests, and travel. May drive college vehicles or college leased vehicles to and from scheduled contests.
·Calls, texts or emails results of contests to the Sports Information Assistant by 10:00 AM the next business day, and supplies information to the Director of Athletics that can be used for publicity purposes.
·Coordinates the care and reporting of incidents and injuries to the appropriate College and District personnel.
·Prepares a season summary and ensures student honors within conference, region, and other athletic governing bodies are recommended and advocated.
QUALIFICATIONS:
·Completion of an Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s preferred preferably in Physical Education or related field, supplemented by 2-3 years of coaching and/or professional playing experience.
·Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular sport.
·Coaching Certification preferred.
·First Aid Certification and current CPR/AED certification by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross preferred.
·Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning and leadership skills required.
·Must be able to serve as a positive role model for young adults.
·Must be familiar with NJCAA rules and regulations.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Salary: $3,200- $5,600 stipend per season
Offered salary will be determined based on sport and applicant's years of experience.
Assistant Coaches are hired on a season-by-season basis. A reasonable effort is made to assure future coaching assignments to those coaches who have had a history of successful academic and athletic team performances at City Colleges of Chicago. All coaching assignments are conditioned on sufficient team membership. Once a season starts, the Assistant Coach is expected to complete the season.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Thank you for your interest in CCC!
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Freqently Asked Questions
Coaching in Chicago, particularly at City Colleges of Chicago, blends athletic training with academic support, reflecting the region’s emphasis on student-athlete development. Unlike some areas focused solely on competition, this role requires compliance with NJCAA rules and close collaboration with college administrators to balance sport and education.
Candidates should ideally hold an associate’s degree, with a preference for a bachelor’s in physical education or related fields. Familiarity with NJCAA regulations and coaching certification are key. Additionally, CPR and first aid certifications enhance eligibility, ensuring readiness for both athletic and safety responsibilities.
Effective assistant coaches in Chicago need strong organizational abilities and leadership skills to plan practices and motivate players. Experience in recruiting and knowledge of regional soccer circuits are crucial, as is the ability to support athletes’ academic progress alongside athletic training.
Chicago’s soccer coaching market is moderately competitive, with numerous local clubs and colleges seeking qualified coaches. Candidates with multi-year coaching experience and strong connections to local high school and club soccer scenes gain an advantage in securing assistant coach roles.
Stipends range from $3,200 to $5,600 per season, with the precise amount reflecting the candidate’s coaching experience and the specific sport. Those with proven records of successful team leadership and academic-athletic balance often negotiate toward the higher end.
Assistant coaches collaborate closely with athletic directors, faculty, and staff to ensure student athletes meet eligibility and conduct standards. The college fosters professional development activities to enhance coaching skills, promoting a supportive environment that values education and athletic excellence.
Daily duties include organizing and leading practice sessions, assessing players' skills to assign team positions, and assisting with recruitment efforts. Coaches also manage compliance with NJCAA rules, communicate contest results promptly, and oversee athlete welfare during travel and competitions.
While playing experience is valued, the college also prioritizes candidates holding coaching certifications and formal education credentials. The ideal candidate combines practical knowledge with official qualifications to effectively guide student-athletes in both skill development and strategic gameplay.
A typical misconception is that assistant coaches only focus on training athletes. In reality, they also handle recruitment, academic monitoring, compliance reporting, and serve as mentors, integrating athletic and educational responsibilities to foster holistic student growth.
Chicago’s diverse and competitive soccer scene requires coaches to travel extensively to regional high school and club showcases for recruitment. The urban setting demands adaptable training programs that accommodate varied skill levels and emphasize both athletic and academic progress.
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