Job Descriptions
Montgomery Independent School District
Job Title: Coach Wage/Hour Status: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Principal and Athletic Director Date Revised: April 2025
Dept./School: Assigned Athletic Campus Stipend: MISD Athletic Stipend Schedule
Primary Purpose:
Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Contribute to
education program as a whole and to growth of students involved in athletics.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements or be able to
obtain in the first year.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical (include if bus driving
duties are required)
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
2 years' experience as coach or participant in sport assigned
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instruction
- 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 implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the
overall educational development of student athletes.
Program Management
- Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular
basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of
sport.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including practices, special
events, and tournaments.
- Coordinate with transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town events. (Drive bus to
transport student to out-of-district competitions (optional)).
- Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
- Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
Student Management
- Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on
out-of-town trips.
- Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to 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.
Communication
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and
teachers.
Administration
- Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Initiate and approve purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
- Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain a current
inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within program.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Assign and oversee completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and
other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED); operate school bus
Posture: Prolonged standing; kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; frequent driving; moderate
grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching
Motion: Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned
Lifting: Frequently light lifting (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)
Environment: Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to
noise; frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; moderate exposure to
vehicle fumes and work around moving vehicles
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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