HS Head IE Speech Coach

About the Role

This position reports to the Head Coach and Athletic Director, supporting the Norwalk Community School District's athletics program.

Responsibilities

• Instructs athletes regarding techniques, rules, and safety practices of the sport.
• Develops and organizes practice programs.
• Schedules and conducts practices according to agreed-upon schedules.
• Supervises athletes from the scheduled beginning of practice or game until the last athlete leaves, ensuring awareness of all participants' whereabouts at all times.
• Supervises athletes on buses during trips to other schools.
• Promotes the entire Norwalk Athletics program.
• Sets an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct, including respecting and supporting contest officials.
• Fosters among participants and spectators an appreciation of athletics' values, good sportsmanship, and pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Promotes a healthy lifestyle to student athletes.
• Assists the head coach and athletic director in preparing and maintaining lists of eligible players under Norwalk CSD rules.
• Ensures all athletes have completed and submitted required documentation, including medical insurance forms and passed medical examinations before the regular practice season.
• Communicates with parents regarding team rules and athletic department guidelines.
• Knows and understands Norwalk Athletic Department rules and regulations.
• Adheres to all safety laws and district policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the head coach and Athletic Director.

Requirements

• Coaching Authorization or license required.

Skills

• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Effective communication with students, parents, and coworkers.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation regarding performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting a minimum of 20 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping.

Working Conditions

Varied.

Terms of Employment

Yearly contract issued. Evaluation performed annually by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director. FLSA Status: Non-exempt.