Middle School Field Hockey Assistant Coach(s)

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS
Upper Arlington City School District
Job Title: Assistant Coaches – Middle School Field Hockey -- Hastings/Jones Middle Schools
Reports to: Head Coach and Middle School Athletic Director

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in Field Hockey.

QUALIFICATIONS

To 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.

• Education and/or Experience: High school certification and three years head coaching experience preferred.
• Culture and Team building: Ability to work in alignment with the district's strategic plan. Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the district's core values, mission and vision.  Demonstrates ability to build relationships with athletes, parents and school community. Demonstrated ability and experience in creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment
• Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of adolescent students. Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities. Possesses knowledge of effective behavior management methods. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must hold or be willing to obtain the following certifications: Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Training, First Aid or Sports Injury Prevention Training, CPR/AED, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay's Law), Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

1. Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
2. Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in Field Hockey
3. Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing athlete selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters
4. Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team
5. Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture
6. Plans and sets up activities, practices, and meets in conjunction with the Department of Student Life
7. Ensures a certified coach is present at all Field Hockey practices and games
8. Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules
9. Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to
10. Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District-approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus both to and from meets
11. Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed
12. Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times
13. Follows OHSAA rules and regulations
14. Provides guidance for the youth Field Hockey programs.
15. Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner
16. Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with students, parents, community, staff and the media
17. Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required
18. Attends work regularly and is punctual
     

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here 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. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is frequently required to move; sit; use technology. The employee must have the ability to teach proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here 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 work environment is a standard Field Hockey field and other athletic event settings. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee is regularly exposed to wet/humid and/or outdoor weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or blood borne pathogens.

OTHER 

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms of conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.


Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the district.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disbility, age, religion, military status, ancenstry genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its program and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor and or appointing authority.