Bend-La Pine Schools is committed to the principle of equity. Equity supersedes the notion of equality, where all are treated the same. Pursuing equity requires the removal of barriers and the promotion of inclusive practices so that all students fully benefit. The principle of equity will inform all BLS policies, regulations, programs, operations, practices, and resource allocations.
Studies have shown that some individuals (women and people of color, for example) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification in a job description. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the position, and we acknowledge that that candidate may be an individual from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of a position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

As you prepare to submit your application for employment, please note that all consideration of experience for the position and initial salary placements will be based upon the information you submit with your original application. Resumes must be detailed and verifiable for successful experience credit, any information provided to Bend-La Pine Schools at a later date will not be the basis for adjustments in salary placement.

Bend La Pine Schools

Head Coaching Details

Applicant must submit:

• Letter of application detailing experience.
• Current Resume – listing experience related to this position and working with students.
• A minimum of three letters of recommendation.
• A minimum of three references with contact information.

General Job Qualifications and Key Responsibilities of the Head Coach:

• Hold high ethical and professional standards.
• Be an appropriate role model for high school student-athletes.
• Hold high expectations and accountability academically and behaviorally for all student-athletes and coaching staff.

• Ability to develop, articulate, and implement a vision for program.
• Ability to work in a cooperative and harmonious manner in an educationally based, school-wide athletic program.
• Experience leading a comprehensive high school athletic program preferred.
• Be relationship/process oriented.
• Understand and provide information regarding eligibility, tryout process, cut process, and all other team-related information to include lettering, team rules, etc.
• Be creative and involved in all fundraising for the program.
• Communicate effectively with ALL stakeholders.
• Be an advocate for the multi-sport athlete.
• Recommend/assist in scheduling for your sport to the Athletic Director.
• Be readily accessible and visible to the athletes at all levels of the program.
• Other duties as assigned by Athletic Director.

Newly hired coaches will be required to complete or show proof of the following certifications prior to employment:

• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching (one-time requirement, previous completion will be recognized)
• Concussion in Sports (yearly)
• Heat Illness Prevention (every 4 years) District Background check
• Appearance and Performance Enhancing Drugs and Substances Training (every 4 years)
• Heads up certification (Yearly) (Football only)
• First Aid/CPR/AED (every 2 years) (paid coaches only)
• Bend La Pine Safe Schools Trainings (Yearly)

Please Provide:

Resume

Cover Letter

3 Letters of Recommendation

3 References