POSITION SUMMARY
Coaches are instrumental in fostering student personal growth and development in all interactions with student-athletes, not limited to competitions and practices. Primary function: To develop Christian athletes while supporting the head coach in providing an exemplary program that will effectively and relentlessly pursue victory without sacrificing intentional Christian character.
STATEMENT OF FAITH
As a Christian individual, employed with a Christian institution, Employee acknowledges and affirms that Employee believes, embraces and at all times does and will follow the School's Statement of Faith, as expressed in Exhibit A attached and incorporated hereto. Employee shall follow Biblical patterns and principles and will manifest by precept and example the highest Christian virtues, values and personal decorum to serve as a Christian role model at all times. Employee understands that continued employment with School is contingent upon this commitment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
General responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
- Work cooperatively with the head coach and entire athletic staff
- Support head coach in all program needs and endeavors
- Maintain good public relations with media, board members, parents, officials, players, and fans
- Demonstrate professional growth
- Demonstrate leadership skills and Godly characteristics
- Accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community (i.e. Fresh Start Day, Open House)
- Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment and facilities
- Assist head coach with keeping updated inventory of all equipment and uniforms
- Assist head coach with daily practice/game needs
- Assume responsibility for a clean, safe environment for student-athletes committed to the coach's care.
- Demonstrate an interest in student-athletes and the overall athletic program
- Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students
- Support the clearly defined standards of behavior and academic performance
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for coaching and learning
Other Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with other organizations, ensuring the school is well received and presented professionally and positively
- Respect confidentiality of all personal and organizational information
- Assist in other duties as needed and directed by the Athletic Director
INTERACTION:
- Interact internally with faculty, staff, and students. Interact externally with parents, schools, and the community.
- Practice and promote positive interaction with and among student-athletes, the school and community.
COMMUNICATION:
- Communicate well with parents, student-athletes, and other coaching staff both in verbal and written form.
CERTIFICATIONS:
- CIF Coaching requirements as deemed necessary by athletics administration
- CPR & First Aid Certification is required for Coaches at all levels (i.e. varsity, junior varsity, frosh)