Sports Coach

General Coaching Expectations

• Help each player build a foundation for future success both in sport and in life.
• Create, nurture and protect each player’s feelings of self-worth.
• Create and inspire a passion and respect for the game.
• Be sensitive to each player’s developmental needs.
• Create a positive and affirming atmosphere which motivates players.
• Command respect and maintain authority as a coach.
• Manage and maintain all athletic equipment.
• Educate the players to the technical, tactical, physical and psychological demands of the game.
• Conduct practices in a spirit of enjoyment and learning.
• Strive to help each player reach their full potential.
• Be a positive role model.
• Set high standards of discipline and sportsmanship.
• Closely collaborate with the Athletic Director, to ensure that any schedule changes (practices, games, tournaments, etc.) are communicated in a timely fashion.
• Notify each team of the Coach’s preferred communication process.

Additional Duties

• Help prepare venues for home games.
• Maintain inventory of athletic uniforms and sports equipment.
• Carry a first aid kit to practices and games.
• Ensure all team members are adequately supervised during team functions.

Qualifications

• Have a clean driving record: coaches may be asked to assist with coordinating transportation or drive a small bus to practices and/or competitions.