Description

Develop student skills and attitudes and carry out the duties and responsibilities outlined in the school activities handbook.

First Aid / AED / CPR certification required prior to the start of the season

• CONTRACT TYPE : Extracurricular / Coaching
• ANTICIPATED START DATE : ASAP

Candidates will be expected to be organized, be a good communicator with coaches, students and parents and be a positive mentor for our athletes.

Preference will go to candidates that have experience coaching and in running distance events.

Responsibilities

• See that school policies and rules / regulations are carried out as outlined by the building principal / activities coordinator and the activities handbook.
• Direct supervision and conduct of his / her team until students are dismissed from the building or returned to class.
• a. Conduct himself / herself and his / her program in a professional manner and b. Develop student skills and attitudes.
• See that the principal is informed of any program changes.
• Carry out the administration of his / her activity regarding : Insurance requirements, parent approval cards, maintaining team roster, accident reports, accountability of uniforms, team transportation, and security of athletes personal property.
• Emphasize safety precautions, and be aware of the best training and injury procedures. Current first-aid certification is highly recommended.
• Distribute information / activity schedules to building principals, secretary, parents, and participants.
• Attend meetings as called by the activities coordinator. The pre- and post-season meetings are required as part of the coaching contract.
• Care for and maintain equipment for his / her activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Qualifications

• College degree or college training preferred with a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum qualification.
• Demonstrate positive attitude toward students and ability to motivate them toward developing a successful program.
• Understand the activity, its safety practice, techniques, rules, and progression of skill development, evidenced by course work and successful coaching of this activity.
• Be able to instruct students in the techniques and requirements of this activity.
• Ability to plan practices, events, and organize all the necessary materials and persons to carry out the sport / activity.
• Be able to consistently meet scheduled responsibilities for practice, coaching preparation, competition, and related activities.
• Ability to work independently and / or cooperatively under supervision.
• Ability to work with all student coaches, colleagues, and other staff in a positive, professional, and equitable manner.
• Physical stamina to conduct the sport / activity and withstand various weather conditions.
• Implement the policies and rules / regulations as outlined in the school activities handbook.

Last updated : 2024-05-18