Teacher/Professional - Secondary - Athletic Coach/Teacher
Job Number 0000747663
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ROLE AND PURPOSE: Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in swimming. Contribute to education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics. Instruct the AISD water safety program for 3rd graders at the Natatorium.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligible for alternative certification
- Certified Lifeguard
- USA Swimming Certified Swim Coach (preferred)
Experience:
- Experience as a coach or participant in competitive swimming
- 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
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
- Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the competitive swimming.
- 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.
- Instruct and manage the Arlington ISD Water Safety Program.
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 and aquatics coordinator to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
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.
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 program.
- Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
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 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.
SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise assigned assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.
MISCELLANEOUS
- Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Frequent districtwide and statewide travel.
- Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
- Outdoor exposure to sun and heat.
Duty Days 197
Additional Job Information
Position is available for the 2023-24 school year.
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