HS Girls Lacrosse Assistant Coach

Upper Arlington City School District UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

Job Title:

Assistant Coach -- HS Girls Lacrosse -- Upper Arlington High School

Reports to:

Head Coach, Director of Student Life Job Summary

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in Lacrosse.

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, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Certification and three years coaching experience preferred. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or coaching student athletes strongly preferred.

Educators shall accurately report information required by the local board of education or governing board, state education agency, federal agency or state or federal law.

Educators shall ensure all school funds and accounts are managed in a responsible and transparent manner. Educators shall ensure school property, public funds or fees paid by students or the community are not used for personal gain. Educators shall not make decisions based upon gifts, gratuities, favors or the socioeconomic status of parents, family members, community members or businesses.

Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others' ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to successfully coach, lead and/or motivate adolescent students.

Ability to work in alignment with the district's strategic plan. Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the district's core values, mission and vision. Demonstrates ability to build relationships with athletes, parents and school community. Demonstrated ability and experience in creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment.

Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one‑on‑one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals and regulations. Ability to write general reports and correspondence.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Demonstrated ability and experience in executing coaching decisions and player selection in a fair, equitable and consistent manner.

General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use, e‑mail, internet software and word processing software. Ability to type accurately and proficiently.

Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of adolescent students. Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities. Possesses knowledge of effective behavior management methods. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment.

Must hold or be willing to obtain the following certifications:
Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Training, First Aid or Sports Injury Prevention Training, CPR/AED, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay's Law), Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in lacrosse.
• Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing player selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters.
• Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team.
• Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture.
• Plans and sets-up activities, practices, and games in conjunction with the athletic director.
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all…