Varsity Indoor Track Head Coach

Qualifications

• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and commitment to examining new theories and procedures pertinent to the field
• Serves as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instructions and actions

Reports to: The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training to achieve individual and team success
• Demonstrate and instruct behaviors that foster socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in student athletes
• Upgrade knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, and consultation
• Thorough knowledge of all athletic policies approved by the Bethel Park Schools' Board of Education and responsible for their implementation by the entire sports program staff
• Knowledge of existing system, state, and league regulations; implements and interprets them consistently for staff
• Understands and follows the proper administrative line of command for all requests or grievances
• Attends all required public, staff, and departmental meetings

Staff Responsibilities

• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff
• Designs conferences, clinics, and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the overall program
• Trains and informs staff, encourages professional growth through clinic attendance according to local policy
• Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation, and analyzes staff effectiveness at season's end
• Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances, and works to increase morale and cooperation
• Performs other duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal