Soccer-Girls Junior Varsity Coach - South Medford High School (2023-2024)

Position to begin with 2023-2024 Fall Season.
Salary range will increase for the 2023-2024 school year pending negotiations with MEA.
*Proof of full vaccination OR OHA Exception Forms are a pre-employment requirement.
JOB TITLE: Coach - Junior Varsity Athletic - High School
CLASSIFICATION: Certified
SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director
CONTRACT: Athletic Season
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Junior Varsity Coach will coach the team at his/her school. At the same time, the athletes shall receive instruction that will lead to the formation of moral values, price of accomplishment, good sportsmanship, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
It is the intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In case not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Junior Varsity Athletic Coach is responsible to the Athletic Director and works cooperatively with the Head Coach.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
The Junior Varsity Coach supervises participating athletes, managers, and student assistants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL

1. Has knowledge of Oregon School Activities Association rules and

regulations and Southwest Conference Guidelines.

1. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.

1. Knows effective safety procedures in their sport, plans and implements a program of instruction in safe practices.

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supports professional growth by attendance at clinics according to district clinic policy and funds available.

1. Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and Athletic Director.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

1. Assists the Head Coach and Athletic Director in scheduling and providing transportation. Checks the athletic schedule for conflicts and makes necessary confirmations.

1. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled athletic events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times.

1. Is responsible to the principal for compliance with school district and OSAA requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent forms, insurance waivers, and academic/residence eligibility.

1. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment and facilities.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Works with the Head Coach to provide training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.

1. Gives constant attention to an athlete's grades and conduct.

1. Supervises the athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, or while traveling, and provides by his/her presence proper guidance and safeguards for each participant.

1. Works cooperatively with the athletic trainer in matters of injury, prevention, and the care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

1. Ensures completion of paperwork on all athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to the proper office within 24 hours of the injury.

1. Directs student managers and statisticians.

1. Works with Head Coach to determine discipline, in accordance with State, district, and school guidelines, policies and procedures. Teaches athletes rules and procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary. Contacts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible for team rule infractions.

FINANCE AND EQUIPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
17. Is accountable for all supplies and equipment and reports the cost to the Activities
Office of any equipment/supplies lost or not returned. Responsible to ensure accuracy of
fine and hold notices on lost or stolen equipment.
18. Supervises equipment rooms, coaches' offices, and the issue or requisition of
equipment.
19. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general
cleanliness of the facility. Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific
sport equipment.
20. Secures all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving building if custodians are
not on duty.
21. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school
property, its care and proper use.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge:

1. Of rules and regulations of the sport to which assigned.
2. Of fundamentals, techniques, and strategies of the sport to which assigned.
3. Of safety factors involved in the sport assigned.
4. Of physical ability and limitations of the level he/she is teaching.
5. Of the Medford School District Athletic Policies and OSAA Rules and Regulations.

1. Skills:

1. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with people.
2. Must be able to demonstrate basic skills of sport to which assigned.
3. Must have the ability to organize, supervise, and evaluate the total sport program.

1. Attitudes:

1. Must be positive.
2. Should be enthusiastic.
3. Should possess a willingness to cooperate and to adjust to various situations.

1. Experience:

1. Previous coaching experience of sport to which assigned is preferred.
2. Previous experience as participant of sport to which assigned preferred.
3. Previous teaching experience preferred.

1. Education:

1. Valid Oregon teacher certification is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Activity
N/A
Rarely
Occasionally
Often
Continuously y
Climbing
x
Stooping
x
Kneeling
x
Reaching
x
Standing
x
Sitting
x
Walking
x
Pushing
x
Pulling
x
Sweeping
x
Talking
x
Seeing
x
Hearing
x
Driving: Yes No x Comments:
Other Conditions:
Lifting Requirements:
Light (20 pounds maximum)
Medium (50 pounds maximum)
Heavy (100 pounds maximum)
Other Conditions: May have to lift more than 100 pounds.
Environmental Conditions
Mainly indoors
Both inside and outside
x
Mainly outside
Personal Protection Equipment/Training
1. Must possess a current First Aid card within one month of hire.
2. Blood borne pathogen training, Blood spill training, & other trainings as required
3. Pre-employment fingerprints and illegal drug testing.