Coach Head Middle School Track Girls at Caledonia Community School District

Position: Head Coach - Middle School Track - GirlsLocation: Duncan Lake Middle SchoolDuration:Yearly contract renewable at the discretion of the Athletic DirectorPosition SummaryUnder the general supervision of the Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic Director the Sub-Varsity Coach is responsible for performing coaching functions for their designated sport. The Coach will develop individual and team proficiency by teaching and coaching individual students and teams in the skills of the sport physical conditioning safety injury prevention and management the rules and strategies of the game team cooperation and good sportsmanship. This position is subject to extension/nonrenewal after each season at the discretion of the Athletic Director/Assistant Director.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesProvides training for athletes on all rules and skills of the designated sport training on physical conditioning and injury prevention and development of skills through various drills and individual coachingAssists the Athletic Director in scheduling and providing transportation to tournaments and special sporting events as requiredAssists in preparing for scheduled sporting events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility timesMaintains correspondence with players and parents to address any issues or concerns related to the team as requested by the AthleticDirectorWorks with the Athletic Director Counselors and the Athletic Office to ensure that each athlete is academically eligible for participationMonitors athlete class attendance behavior and academic progress and works with teachers to encourage academic growthAttends all practices and games as directed by the head athletic coachMonitors the inventory of athletic equipment (usage storage repair and cleaning of all equipment and uniforms)Regularly reviews publications and attends clinics to keep current with innovative ideas and techniques in the designated sportMaintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports programParticipate in MHSAA and work with local athletic teams to coordinate participation and practice schedules as neededAs required provides documentation to the Athletic Director to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations parental consent and eligibilityPerforms other assignments as assigned by the Head Coach/Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic DirectorEmployment QualificationsEDUCATION: This position requires a high school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D.). Additional coursework or a Bachelors Degree in Education is preferredEXPERIENCE:Successful coaching experience at the high school level or college coaching/playing experience is essential. Head Varsity Coaching experience is highly desirableSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Must advise coordinate and support the staff of assistant coaches and student assistantsCERTIFICATES LICENSES OR REGISTRATIONS: CPR/First Aid Certification is desirableAdditional RequirementsTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Ability to communicate effectively with students staff and parentsMust maintain confidentialityPossess experience in terms of knowledge skills and abilities in the designated sportInform parents and student-athletes regarding NCAA clearinghouse registration deadlines and academic requirements etc.Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules practice schedules facilities use transportation needs and the program budgetRequisition supplies materials and equipment as neededProvide game results to the media; keep season and game-by-game statistics and records; provide statistical reports to the Athletic Director as needed and/or requestedProvide statistical information video etc. to college recruiters upon requestRequest varsity awards and present at the awards banquetStay abreast of students academic eligibility and work with teachers and administration to help keep students eligibleAssist the Athletic Director in selecting assistant coachesApply discipline in a positive firm and consistent manner according to District policyOther duties as assigned by the Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic DirectorThe employee will pass a criminal background investigationThe employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the DistrictPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand talk and hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly responsible for the safety well-being or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. This position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Non-DiscriminationCaledonia Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity) disability age religion height weight marital or family status military status ancestry genetic information or any other legally protected category (collectively Protected Classes) in its programs and activities including employment opportunities Key Skills Integration,Advocacy,Animation,Back Office Support,Bid Management Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1