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SalaryIs this position exempt from overtime pay?
No
Supports interscholastic athletics programs at AACPS for students who would like to pursue the challenges as well as the benefits of sports. May be assigned as Head, Assistant, or Volunteer Coach.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Head Coach:
1. Provides a set of written training rules/code of conduct policies to their students at the beginning of the season; refer to the Athletic Handbook (V. Coaching Guidelines & regulations. Sec 2, No.2a.) for guidance.
2. Determines the personnel of the team.
3. Administers appropriate forms of discipline for infractions of athletic policies, rules, or regulations, consistent with the Administrative HELP Manual’s reference to due process.
4. Provides written communication to the student athlete regarding the requirements for earning an athletic award prior to the start of the season.
5. Submits to the athletic director an eligibility roster for certification at least one week before the first contest.
6. Collects and reviews completed required forms from each student athlete prior to their participation.
7. Maintains a written inventory of equipment, supplies and uniforms at the conclusion of the season.
8. Familiarize themselves with all current medical protocols and guidelines involving interscholastic athletics.
9. Knows and enforces all state, county and school athletic policies and procedures.
10. Attends appropriate meetings in the school and at the county level and attend appropriate rules interpretation meetings.
11. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Assistant Coach:
1. Reports to and works with the head coach to establish a uniform program at the varsity and junior varsity levels.
2. Provides the head coach with all requested information.
3. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made on request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made on request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate.
- Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
Experience
- Athletic experience at the high school, college, organized recreation council program, and/or professional level in the sport or related coaching experience.
- Current teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff, and parents.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses/Certifications
- Hold certification in Heart Saver CPR w/AED.
- Completion of "Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries” course.
- Concussion in Sports certificate issued by National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
- Heat Illness Prevention certificate issued by National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).
Career Ladder Requirements
- N/A
Physical Requirements
- As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.
Established:9/1/2016
