ROLE AND PURPOSE
Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in sport assigned.
Contribute to education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Certification
Bachelors degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligible for alternative certification
Experience
Experience as a coach or participant in sport
General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League UIL rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
EARLY REPORT DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Pre-Contract Responsibilities
Attend all scheduled Athletic In-Service sessions up to one week prior to the teacher contract start date for professional development and department planning.
Report early outside of standard contract days as needed to support pre-season preparations as directed by the Athletic Office Principal Campus Coordinator or Head Coach.
Pre-Season and In-Season Duties
Be available for pre-season meetings up to one week before the UIL season start date.
Attend all practices games and team-related events during the assigned sports season.
Attend and support team banquets or other post-season events as required.
Offseason and Supplemental Duties
Participate in offseason UIL strength and conditioning that is permitted during the school year as assigned by the Head Coach must not interfere with duties in a second sport.
Attend athletic department meetings outside of school-contracted hours as scheduled by the Campus Coordinator Athletic Office or Head Coach.
Plan for and attend Saturday and holiday practices and competitions.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
Manage and supervise athletic activities contests and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
II. SCHOOL ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes equipment materials and facilities.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
III. SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT
Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
IV. ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program.
Oversee the process of cleaning repairing and storing all campus athletic equipment.
V. STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests practice sessions and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Encourage by example and through instruction sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
VI. SCHOOL COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents students principals and teachers.
VII. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise assigned assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.
VIII. MISCELLANEOUS
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands: Frequent districtwide and statewide travel.
Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Outdoor exposure to sun and heat.
Duty Days: 187
Pay Grade: Teacher Librarian
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