2026-27 Head Badminton Coach - Horizon HS

About the role

The Head Badminton Coach is responsible for designing and implementing the athletic program for badminton at Horizon High School, adhering to applicable rules and regulations. They oversee all aspects of the program, including student athletes' development, practice schedules, and competition preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assesses student athletes for feedback and team placement.
• Attends meetings and workshops to receive and convey information.
• Develops team and individual practice regimes and game strategies.
• Guides other coaching personnel and provides recommendations for program enhancements.
• Maintains records and ensures efficient program operation.
• Instructs student athletes and promotes their growth.
• Maintains academic eligibility and intervenes when necessary.
• Supervises assistant coaches, student managers, and volunteers.
• Promotes the athletic program through various activities.
• Responds to inquiries and keeps the Athletic Director informed.
• Ensures compliance with the PVUSD Athletic Code of Conduct.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Skills required include adapting to changing work priorities, administering first aid, and applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
• Knowledge required includes community support organizations and public relations, equipment used in activity/program, injury prevention and treatment protocols, and relevant professional standards and practices.
• Abilities required include communication, dealing with interruptions, leading others, maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines, modeling sportsmanship, and providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach.