Here is the updated job posting adjusted for the Boys Head Soccer Coach position.

Job Posting: Boys Head Soccer Coach

School: Thrive Charter School

Location: 175 Leonard Avenue, Hamilton, NJ 08610

Position Type: Part-Time / Seasonal (Fall Season)

Compensation: $6,500 Stipend

Reports To: Athletic Director

About Thrive Charter School

At Thrive Charter School, we are more than just a school—we are a family. Our mission is to empower students with knowledge, critical thinking skills, and a sense of civic responsibility, fostering their growth into confident, compassionate, and capable individuals prepared to thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world. We believe that athletics plays a vital role in building character, leadership, and a strong sense of community.

Position Overview

Thrive Charter School is seeking a dynamic, passionate, and structured Boys Head Soccer Coach to lead our soccer program for the upcoming fall season. The ideal candidate will possess a deep tactical knowledge of the game, a commitment to holistic player development, and a strong ability to model sportsmanship and character alignment with the "Thrive family" values.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Run all aspects of the Boys Soccer program, including planning and executing daily practices, formulating game strategies, and managing match-day logistics.

• Student-Athlete Development: Foster an environment that prioritizes physical fitness, soccer skill progression, teamwork, and academic accountability.

• Mentorship & Culture: Promote a positive team culture that mirrors the school's mission of building confident and compassionate individuals. Ensure high standards of sportsmanship.

• Safety & Compliance: Monitor student-athlete safety during all practices, home games, and away games. Ensure compliance with all school, district, and NJSIAA rules and regulations.

• Communication: Maintain open, professional communication with student-athletes, parents, school administration, and the Athletic Director.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education & Experience: High school diploma required (Bachelor's degree preferred). Prior coaching experience at the high school, middle school, or club level is highly preferred.

• Certifications: Must possess or be willing to obtain New Jersey substitute/teacher certification. Must hold or obtain standard NJSIAA coaching requirements (including CPR/AED certification, First Aid, and Concussion in Sports training).

• Background Check: Must clear the required New Jersey Department of Education criminal history background check and fingerprinting.

• Schedule: Ability to work flexible afternoon and weekend hours during the fall sports season (August through October/November) for practices and games.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Thrive Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and athletic programs.

Stipend: $6500