Fall, Assistant Coach - Girls JV Field Hockey

Under the direction of the Athletic Director, the Coach is responsible for developing and sustaining a program that enables students to achieve a high level of skill in the applicable sport, fitness, and an appreciation for discipline, hard work, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Coach individual participants in the mechanics and skills necessary for competitive high school sports.
• Coordinate and supervise a regular schedule of practices.
• Encourage sportsmanship, team unity, and enforce all sportsmanship guidelines.
• Enforce discipline related to contest, school, conference, and state rules and regulations.
• Supervise assistant coaches and enhance their professional development (if applicable).
• Oversee safety conditions and accountability for students and facilities, both on ASD properties and at off-campus locations.
• Maintain accurate records of uniforms, equipment, individual and team statistics, and accomplishments.
• Submit required forms and athletic documents.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate and develop an effective and sustainable fundraising plan with the Athletic Director, ensuring clear communication with administration, players, coaches, media, and the community.
• Effectively communicate with administration, players, coaches, media, and the community.
• Attend required coaches' clinics and state/conference selection meetings (if applicable).
• Attend required coaches' meetings and Athletic Booster's Association meetings (if applicable).
• Develop a comprehensive program for grades 9 through 12.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively with Athletics Department Administration, staff, student-athletes, and parents within a dynamic practice and meet schedule.

Requirements

• Experience coaching or participating in the applicable sport at the high school or collegiate level; prior coaching experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of NFHS sport rules, DIAA Rules and Regulations, Blue Hen Conference Regulations, and ASD Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of basic First Aid and Athletic Training Practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, teachers, coaches, and the community using the approved Appoquinimink School District communication methods.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, including conveying detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Must possess normal cognitive abilities, including the ability to learn, recall, and apply practices and policies.
• Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods.
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.

Work Environment

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment, including gymnasiums and athletic fields. Work may require movement around the school or off-site locations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Pre-employment requirements include a criminal background check and tuberculosis test. Candidates offered employment must provide proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver’s License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of the I-9 form, and paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.