• JobID: 2447

Position Type:
Miscellaneous/Coach

Date Posted:
4/18/2022

Location:
Rock Island High School

Date Available:
Spring 2023

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Head Softball Coach / RIHS
Certified in an approved teaching area or complete an approved State of Illinois coaching program;
Completion certified CPR training;
Broad knowledge of IHSA and NCAA rules, guidelines, and procedures

JOB DESCRIPTION

High School Varsity Head Coach

Football, Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country, Cheerleading, Boys’ and Girls’ Golf, Boys’ and Girls’ Soccer, Boys’ and Girls’ Tennis, Volleyball, Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball, Boys’ and Girls’ Bowling, Boys’ and Girls’ Swimming, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Boys’ and Girls’ Track

POSITION INFORMATION: POSITION TITLE
HS Varsity Head Coach

DEPARTMENT
Athletic Department

LOCATION
Rock Island High School

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME
Part-Time

APPOINTMENT TERM
4-5 Months

FLSA: EXEMPT or NON-EXEMPT
Exempt

REPORTS TO: TITLE of POSITION SUPERVISOR
Athletic Director

OTHER INFORMATION
Stipend Pay

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: Essential Duties and Requirement DetailsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Athletic Director the Head Varsity Coach is responsible for all matters relating to the organization, administration and philosophy of the sport. The Varsity Head Coach must be committed to the personal development of each player on the roster. The Varsity Head Coach is responsible for facilitating each participating student achieve a high level of skill, and an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, as well as an increased level of self-esteem.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises coaches at all levels within program. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; completing evaluation of all coaches in the program; rewarding employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• A Head Varsity Coach must help students develop a competitive nature, teach them about ethical behavior and good sportsmanship, and assist in the development of leadership skills.
• Build positive working relationships with all other head coaches. Work with all sports teams to share facilities and support each other’s programs.
• Teach student maneuvers and plays relating to the position in which the player is assigned.
• Explains and demonstrates use of apparatus and equipment.
• Observes students during practice to detect and correct mistakes.
• Provides instruction regarding safety and enforces safety rules and regulations.
• Teaches appropriate methods of keeping score.
• Organizes and conducts competitions and tournaments.
• Helps students understand various aspects of health, nutrition, exercise and the importance of academics.
• Responsible for tracking student academic progress on a weekly basis. Must communicate to students and parents, school and IHSA regulations for weekly and semester eligibility.
• Must participate in seasonal athlete/parent Orientation meetings. Must hold athlete/parent meeting prior to start of season to inform all parties of team, school and IHSA rules and regulations.
• Must adhere to all District rules and regulations concerning fundraisers and overnight trips.
• Must ensure that every athlete has complete the following prior to beginning any athletic participation (including tryouts): participation form, participation fee, IHSA eligibility, any transfer requests if needed, and an up to date physical form)
• Conducts evaluations of all assistant coaches and submits to the Athletic Director
• Take inventory of all equipment at the end of each season and prepare and submit any equipment requests to the Athletic Director within one month of the end of the season.
• Assist in the maintenance of practice and competition facilities. Report any needed damage or needed repairs to the Athletic Director.
• Assist athletes who plan to continue to participate in athletics at the collegiate level.

Required Education:
Currently, you must have a current, valid Illinois Teaching, School Administrator, Substitute Teaching, School Psychologist, School Counselor, School Social Worker Certificate or be retired from teaching to meet the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) By-Law requirement to coach or going through an IHSA coaching certification program.
Required Qualifications:

• Two years of previous coaching experience

• Experience working in a collaborative environment
• Designing game plans and assigning positions
• Preparing and conditioning athletes
• Understanding rules and regulations governing high school sports
• Experience working with teens
• Experience working with diverse groups and ethnicities

Certifications, Licenses:

Appropriate certification as required by the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) to include: IHSA approved coaching qualification, Performance Enhancing Substances (PES) Exam and concussion exams.

American Sport Education Program (ASEP) and National Federation of State High Schools (NFHS).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Displays strong communication, motivational and organizational skills.
• Has proven team-building abilities
• Ability to draw assistant coaches together to achieve the same goal and work off of the same plan.

• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Basic Knowledge of rules and regulations governing all sports as well as IESA requirements

• Leadership Skills
• Intuition
• Excellent Communications
• Demonstrates the ability to listen and resolve problems
• Organizational and time manage skills
• Ability to lead and direct diverse groups
• Displays good sportsmanship and creates an atmosphere of respect and dignity

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level for this position is usually quite loud.

Job Type: Part-time