What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr HS Boys Track Coach position at TeachIowa?
This position is responsible for coaching student-athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition and effectively provide the best possible education for each athlete to develop an appreciation of the sport.
Qualifications
- Hold a Coaching Endorsement (#101) or Coaching Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners or be eligible to obtain;
- Hold a current concussion training certificate;
- Hold a current CPR training certificate;
- Possess effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrate a high level of sportsmanship and personal integrity and the ability to hold participants and colleagues to high standards of conduct;
- Possess a comprehensive knowledge of the skills, rules, and strategies of the sport or activity;
- Ability to model or demonstrate techniques, activities, and equipment used to develop fundamental skills and/or physical conditioning;
- Ability to develop drill and practice activities that teach and enhance individual and team skill development;
- Ability to differentiate instruction according to the individual needs and abilities of participants;
- Ability to develop and execute effective game plans based on the abilities of participants
- Ability to plan and enforce appropriate health and safety regulations and ensure the welfare of students at all times;
- Knowledge of the prevention and care of athletic injuries;
- Consistently maintains a positive attitude and pleasant demeanor;
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth