Athletic Coaches

About the role

The AIS Athletics Department has programming for students in Pre-K through Grade 12, with approximately 40 Middle School, JV, and Varsity teams across the following sports: Cross Country, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Swim and Dive, and eSports.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents.
• Teach skills through effectively planned practices at a level appropriate for each member of the team.
• Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility.
• Responsible for all aspects of directing the team’s practice and play in games, dependent upon the coaching role.
• Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one’s team.
• Maintain a safe environment for players during games.
• Establish a working relationship with the other coaches in the program and athletic department for the purpose of creating stronger overall teams and programs.
• Continue professional growth by attending classes, clinics, workshops, and affiliations with professional organizations.
• Transport the team to away competitions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years of relevant coaching experience
• Required GHSA certification, if applicable
• CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
• Background check and driving record check required