Head Girls Soccer Coach - Westlake High School

Head Girls Soccer Coach

Westlake High School is seeking a dynamic, knowledgeable, and student-centered leader to serve as our next Head Girls Soccer Coach. The ideal candidate will bring high energy, passion, and a commitment to building a competitive, cohesive, and positive program culture from the youth levels through varsity. We are looking for an educator of the game who serves as an exemplary role model on and off the field while fostering strong, supportive relationships with student-athletes, families, school administration, and the Westlake community.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Sport Knowledge & Teaching/Coaching Skills: Demonstrate a deep understanding of soccer tactics, technical skill development, and game management. Capable of designing structured, high-tempo training sessions that maximize player growth and prepare athletes for high-level varsity competition.
• Program Leadership & Organizational Skills: Oversee all aspects of the girls soccer program, including varsity, junior varsity, off-season conditioning, summer camps, and youth feeder alignment. Manage scheduling, equipment inventory, team budgets, and compliance with all school district and OHSAA regulations.
• Communication Skills: Maintain clear, proactive, and professional communication with student-athletes, parents, assistant coaches, athletic administration, and media. Clearly articulate program expectations, playing time philosophies, and season goals.
• Relational Skills & Character Development: Build a positive team culture rooted in accountability, sportsmanship, academic excellence, and mutual respect. Prioritize the holistic well-being of student-athletes, helping them develop leadership skills and resilience both on the pitch and in the classroom.
• Experience & Credentials: Previous high school, club, or collegiate coaching experience is preferred. Must possess—or be able to obtain prior to the start of the season—all required Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Pupil Activity Permit certifications, including CPR, First Aid, Concussion in Sports, Student Mental Health and Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay's Law) training.

Application Instructions Interested candidates must apply online via Frontline Recruiting & Hiring with an updated resume, letter of interest, and three professional references. This posting will remain open until filled.