What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Cheer Coach/Teaching Position TBD position at Vilonia High School?
ATHLETIC COACH/TEACHING POSITION TBD
- Adheres to District Athletic Department Philosophy.
- Conducts self as a personal example of positive demeanor for the athletes and represents the school in a favorable manner.
- Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
- Assesses player’s skills and assigns team positions.
- Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
- Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
- Assigns duties to an assistant coach/coaches as necessary.
- Coaches and instructs athletes, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
- Observes athletes, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
- Establishes and maintains standards of behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
- Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
- Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
- Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
- Follows state, conference, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
- Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards athletes, officials, and spectators.
- Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
- Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
- Works with the Athletic Director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
- Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
- Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
- Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
- Adhere to teaching assignments if assigned.
Requirements:
Appropriate level license/endorsements and successful completion of all background checks.