Head Coach - Soccer.

JEFFERSON RISE CHARTER SCHOOL

Harvey, Louisiana | Grades 6-12 | 2026-2027 School Year

School Overview

Founded in 2014, Jefferson RISE is a tuition-free public charter school serving nearly 800 students in grades 6-12 in Harvey, Louisiana. At Jefferson RISE, we believe every student deserves a real path forward. Whether that means a four-year university, a skilled trade, the military, entrepreneurship, or something else entirely, our job is to make sure every student graduates prepared and ready. We get there through rigorous academics, strong relationships, consistent accountability, and a genuine commitment to each student's individual success.

Our student body reflects the diversity of the Westbank:

• We have a diverse population of students based on race and ethnicity:
  • 61% Black/African American
  • 16% Hispanic
  • 14% Middle Eastern
  • 6% White (Non-Middle Eastern)
  • 2% Asian
  • 1% Other
• 87% qualify as economically disadvantaged
• 13% Students with Disabilities
• 4% English Learners

Recent Achievements

• Top Gains Award - Louisiana Department of Education (2023-24 SY)
• Average graduation rate of 98% since our first graduating class in 2022
• #6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana - High School: B rating, Middle School: C rating (2022-23 SY)
• Continued SPS growth: 72.5 in 2023-24 and 73.9 in 2024-25

Schedule and Calendar

The high school soccer season typically runs from October through February, including preseason practices and potential postseason competition. Coaches should expect an approximately 4-5 month seasonal commitment.

The Head Coach must be available for after-school practices, games, team activities, and meetings throughout the season. Evening and weekend availability, as well as occasional activities during school breaks, may be required based on the team and competition schedule.

Position Overview

Jefferson RISE Charter School is seeking a Head High School Soccer Coach to lead and develop its high school soccer program. The Head Coach is responsible for building a competitive, student-centered program that promotes athletic development, sportsmanship, accountability, and school pride.

The Head Coach will oversee all aspects of the soccer program while ensuring compliance with Jefferson RISE and Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead practices, conditioning, games, and other team activities.
• Teach soccer fundamentals, strategy, teamwork, and sport-specific conditioning.
• Develop student-athletes across varying levels of skill and experience.
• Establish and maintain clear expectations for attendance, academics, behavior, sportsmanship, and team conduct.
• Manage team selection, positions, playing time, and other competitive decisions.
• Supervise and provide direction to assistant coaches and other soccer personnel.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with student-athletes, families, school staff, officials, and the Athletic Department.
• Maintain team rosters, schedules, records, uniforms, equipment, and other required documentation.
• Ensure student-athletes meet applicable eligibility, physical, and participation requirements before participating.
• Follow all applicable Jefferson RISE and LHSAA policies, rules, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Promptly report eligibility concerns, injuries, incidents, ejections, or other compliance concerns to the Athletic Department.
• Coordinate with the Athletic Department regarding scheduling, transportation, facilities, equipment, and game-day operations.
• Promote sportsmanship and represent Jefferson RISE professionally at practices, competitions, and school or community events.
• Perform other athletics-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of soccer fundamentals, rules, strategy, player development, and sport-specific conditioning.
• Previous soccer coaching experience preferred.
• High school coaching and/or competitive playing experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and conflict-management skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes while maintaining clear expectations and accountability.
• Ability to communicate professionally with students, families, school personnel, officials, and opposing programs.
• Must meet and maintain all applicable Jefferson RISE and LHSAA coaching requirements.
• Must complete all required certifications, trainings, and compliance documentation within established timelines.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.

Compensation

Compensation for this position will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, assigned responsibilities, and other applicable factors. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the hiring process.