Assistant Coach - After-School Flag Rugby League

The San Diego Legion Community Foundation is partnering with the Escondido Unified School District to launch a 10-week Escondido After-School Flag Rugby League this Fall. We are seeking enthusiastic and responsible Assistant Coaches to help lead this exciting program! This is a 10-week seasonal role that will run from September 16th through November 23rd. The salary range for this role is $60 - $100 per session.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in coaching after-school flag rugby practices for Escondido Unified School District students.
• Collaborate with a San Diego Legion Player who will be assigned to each school.
• Ensure a safe, fun, and positive environment for all participants.
• Manage practice sessions twice a week lasting 1.5 hours, starting around 2:00-2:30 PM depending on school dismissal times.
• Lead and support students in weekly Saturday morning games starting in week 4.
• Commit to coaching for the full 10-week duration, following one of the available schedules:
  • 3-day schedule: Monday/Wednesday/Saturday or Tuesday/Friday/Saturday
  • 5-day schedule: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Understanding of the sport of Rugby and its principles
• Ability to effectively manage time and lead groups of children.
• Reliable and responsible with strong leadership skills.
• Experience working with children is highly preferred.
• Rugby experience is not required but is preferred.
• Must pass a background check and TB test

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of students by promoting fitness, teamwork, and the values of rugby.
• Gain valuable experience working alongside professional rugby players from the San Diego Legion.
• Be part of a growing community initiative aimed at enriching the lives of children in Escondido.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Do you have a reliable source of transportation?
2. Do you have experience playing/coaching Rugby?

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