Coach-Head Middle School -Wellington Middle/High School

SUMMARY

Serve as Head Coach of a middle high school athletic team following Colorado High School Athletic Association (CHSAA) and Poudre School District guidelines; responsible for all aspects of the program including specific techniques, patterns, offenses, defenses and philosophy of the sport. Coordinate assistant coaches, volunteers, practices and other administrative duties.

JOB TASKS

• Supervise, organize and lead practice sessions to best develop sport skills and sportsmanship with student athletes in the sport.
• Supervise student athletes prior to, during, and after all school sanctioned events; ensure student safety at all times and make sure student athletes are equipped for safety.
• Supervise assistant coaches and volunteer coaches.
• Attend and monitor all practices and games.
• Communicate to athletes and parents student athlete expectations including practice schedules and games, as well as academic performance, respect, commitment, dedication, and sportsmanship.
• Conduct administrative responsibilities including inventory and security of equipment and supplies, budget, transportation, tracking eligibility and academic progress of student athletes, etc.
• Follow all Poudre School District guidelines.
• Congratulate and communicate with the school Athletic Director regarding budget, transportation, equipment, and practice schedules.
• Establish practice schedules, locations, times, size of team, equipment maintenance, lockerroom supervision, extra practices, camps, or out of league contests.
• Communicate discipline procedures and problems, safety concerns and all student injuries requiring emergency medical services to school Athletic Director.
• Demonstrate fairness and consistency in all decisions and judgments related to the sport participants.
• Attend mandatory meetings, required trainings, and other clinics and conferences to keep updated on requirements and trends in the sport.
• Adhere to district guidelines for building use and field access, including following procedures for reservations, access, and care of district facilities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous coaching experience in the sport strongly preferred
• Must have expertise in the fundamental kills, rules, and schemes pertaining to the sport
• Criminal background check required for hire
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required before coaching assignment begins
• Complete required trainings upon hire: Concussion, Blood Borne Pathogens, Child Abuse and Reporting, and Sexual Harassment