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Form of workREQUIREMENTS:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Pre-season responsibilities
In-season responsibilities
Post-season responsibilities
- NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and NFHS Concussion Awareness Certificate (High School only);
- Must possess current First Aid and CPR Training Certification;
- Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance and background check or maintain a current Fingerprint Clearance Card;
- Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1968.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Pre-season responsibilities
- Work with the athletic director on the timely employment of assistant coaches and volunteers;
- Ensure staff attends the mandatory in-services and have certifications prior to first day;
- Prior to student participation in any supervised activities, ensure all students are properly cleared to participate;
- Assure team and athletic department policies and procedures are followed by all coaching staff;
- Conduct a meeting for all parents outlining expectations of athletes for the season;
- Conduct a pre-season athlete meeting regarding all team rules, department policies and procedures;
- Inspects facilities for cleanliness and safety.
In-season responsibilities
- Administer all phases of the assigned sport;
- Provide for the proper care and use of equipment and facilities;
- Organize and implement all practice plans;
- Maintain appropriate inventory control for all school and district equipment;
- Communicate appropriately with students, parents, staff and media;
- Supervise athletes at all times when they are involved in sport activities;
- Continually encourage and model positive and healthy lifestyle for students;
- Provide leadership for assistant coaches at all levels within the sport;
- Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service;
- Prepare and maintain appropriate activity reports;
- Monitor activities on the field or court to prevent accidents;
- Follow emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency;
- Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs and other equipment).
Post-season responsibilities
- Inventory and store all equipment;
- Evaluate all assistants and share the evaluation with each AD;
- Conduct off-season conditioning and practice sessions, including spring and summer practices as outlined in AIA regulations.
