What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Athletic Coach position at AWTY International School?
The Awty International School seeks Seasonal Coaches for our Middle and Upper School athletic program. Awty fields 21 varsity sports annually and is looking for coaches who can contribute at the varsity, junior varsity and middle school levels.
Sports Offered:
Fall: Boys & Girls Cross Country, Girls Field Hockey, Boys & Girls Volleyball
Winter: Boys & Girls Basketball, Boys & Girls Soccer, Boys & Girls Swimming
Spring: Boys Baseball, Boys & Girls Golf, Boys & Girls Lacrosse, Girls Softball, Boys & Girls Tennis, Boys & Girls Track & Field
At Awty, we believe that students learn best and faculty perform best in a culture of vibrant diversity. Diversity is an essential quality of our school environment; our commitment to learning and the pursuit of excellence can occur only in such a context. It helps us guide our students to become responsible world citizens. Our commitment to learning about and respecting one another’s diversity brings distinct richness to the Awty experience for students, alumni, employees, and parents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful coaching/playing experience at the middle school, high school or college level
APPLICANTS SHOULD:
- Possess the knowledge and ability to teach current sport techniques and strategies
- Demonstrate skill in program development and evaluation
- Possess the ability to effectively motivate and inspire young athletes
- Model exceptional sportsmanship
- Collaborate and work well with students, parents and constituents
- Possess excellent interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills
THE ROLE:
A coach at The Awty International School is expected, but not limited to, the following expectations:
- Organize and conduct practices, conditioning programs and competitive events
- Instruct with sound principles and expert skills in specified sport
- Foster an environment of continuous improvement at the team and individual level
- Manage, monitor and comply with all athletic department policies and procedures.
- Promote the total athletic program and contribute to the wider life of the school including attending parent meetings, student presentations and admissions events.
- Complete all related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director
The Awty International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnic or religious beliefs, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and athletic and other school-administered programs or in its employment practices.