Coaching/Sponsor Application (2026 - 2027 School Year)

About the role

The position is designed to foster improved physical fitness, excellent sportsmanship, and teamwork among students. The coach/sponsor will be responsible for teaching and developing the necessary skills and personality traits.

Responsibilities

• Teaches basic, fundamental skills; develops advanced skills
• Develops positive personality traits in students, such as self-esteem, confidence, integrity, punctuality, collaboration, and loyalty
• Instills character in students, including a sense of fair play and a positive attitude toward winning and losing
• Provides opportunities for students to cope with challenges and handle stressful situations similar to those encountered in real life
• Improves the overall fitness levels of students
• Encourages students to participate, develop, and value learning
• Obeys and respects the decisions of referees and officials
• Sets the example of exemplary behavior and self-discipline at all times
• Collaborates with teaching staff; observes eligibility requirements for participating students
• Records the attendance and performance of each student
• Encourages students to participate in more extracurricular activities to develop a wider variety of skills
• Inventories equipment, keeping accurate records of damage and losses
• Recommends equipment and supply budget to superiors
• Attends professional meetings; keeps learning about new developments in the sport
• Maintains proper endorsements/authorizations through meetings, workshops, and other professional development courses
• Performs other duties within the scope of employment and certification as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• Valid, current Nebraska teaching certificate or Nebraska Supervisory Certificate preferred
• Previous coaching experience desired
• First aid and CPR training desired
• Knowledge of NSAA rules and regulations

Qualifications

• Average 20 hours per week, with practices and games
• Reports to: Building Principal, Activities Director, and Varsity Head Coach

Skills

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills
• Visual and hearing acuity
• Skills in organization, problem-solving, and conflict management
• Ability to handle stress and pressure from parents and fans
• Assessment and evaluation skills

Benefits

Norfolk Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies, or other administered programs.

Pay

To be determined - salary to be established by the Board of Education

Schedule

Average 20 hours per week, with practices and games