Freshman Girls Volleyball Coach

Qualifications

• Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.
• Updated first aid/CPR training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Knowledge and background in the assigned sport.

Primary Function

To carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
• Accounts for and assists the head coach in the issuing, collection, and storage of all equipment.
• Responsible for knowing and abiding by existing state and league regulations.
• Assists the head coach and athletic director in scheduling contests and practices.
• Ensures proper safeguards for maintaining and protecting assigned equipment sites.
• Prepares for and adheres to scheduled sport events and practices.
• Makes recommendations to the head coach for awards.
• Recommends budgetary items for next year in his/her area of the program.
• Aids the head coach in explaining team's training rules, "Code of Conduct", as stated in the student-athlete handbook, CIAC eligibility rules, and procedures for participation in athletics to all members of the team.
• Has thorough knowledge and implements policies and procedures in the student-athlete handbook.
• Safeguards, maintains cleanliness, and monitors athletes in all athletic work areas.
• Understands proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels.
• Does not criticize, admonish, or argue with the head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
• Responsible for the actions and conduct of the athletes whenever they are under his/her jurisdiction.
• Responsible for the general health and welfare of students in his/her sport and gives appropriate attention to athletes who are injured, ill, or otherwise incapacitated.
• Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach.
• Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and use.
• Aids the head coach in maintaining necessary paperwork, such as attendance records, inventory of uniforms and equipment, parent permission forms, etc.