26-ACVTF Assistant Coach: Varsity Spring Track & Field

TITLE Varsity Spring Track and Field Assistant Coach

TYPE OF POSITION Part-time Spring sports season stipend commensurate with experience. Range is subject to change. Contact 4353-6530.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION All qualified candidates.

NOTE Please be aware that payment of this stipend may be contingent upon the athletic season being officially held and for a partial season may be prorated as a percentage of the athletic season being officially held.

The Varsity Spring Track and Field Assistant Coach works with student-athletes to teach the fundamentals of the sport and the concept of competing as a member of a team while fostering physical fitness and the continuous development of skills. The coach models exemplary behavior in relations with teammates, opponents, spectators, and officials to foster social, emotional, and physical growth & development and support what is best for the overall character development of the student-athlete. The coach emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement, teamwork, diversity, sportsmanship, pride, and work ethic while providing the opportunity for a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for the student-athlete.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP The Varsity Spring Track and Field Assistant Coach reports to the Athletic Director and the Varsity Spring Track and Field Coach.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MIAA Coaching certificate if first serving as an interscholastic coach after July 1, 2005
• Bachelors degree in a related field and previous relevant coaching experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Knowledge of MIAA rules governing athletic activities
• Ability to motivate student athletes, communicate clearly and effectively, and relate to and work with students of differing athletic abilities
• Commitment to remain current in knowledge of the sport and its coaching strategies
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Athletic Director may find appropriate and in conformity with state and federal statute.

DUTIES

• Supervise and conduct practice and coaching sessions
• Teach sports techniques, playing rules, strategies, and playing tactics
• Impart love of the sport to players and develop healthy self-image and confidence
• Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength, and agility
• Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic, and responsibility to ones team
• Supervise and provide coaching during matches, meets, contests
• Observe basic safety guidelines
• Respond to player injuries with approved first aid
• Manage uniforms, equipment, and school facilities in a responsible manner
• Assist Varsity Coach as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Online is our preferred method of application. However, if you wish to apply by mail, please download and print the appropriate application form on our website: https://www.hopkinton.k12.ma.us/employment/1 Send your completed application to: Human Resources Hopkinton Public Schools 89 Hayden Rowe St. Hopkinton, MA 01748 Incomplete applications are not able to be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Hopkinton Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race or traits historically associated with race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to access to employment in or treatment in its programs and activities. The Hopkinton Public School district is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace. The school systems educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.