Middle School Boys Track Assistant Coach; Jump, Long Jump, Hurdles

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Coach -- Boys Track (High Jump, Long Jump, Hurdles) -- Jones Middle School

Reports to: Middle School Athletic Director

• Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in track
• 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 meets in conjunction with the Athletic Department
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all track practices and meets
• Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules
• Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to
• Arranges meet transportation for athletic participants in conjunction with the Athletic Department
• Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus both to and from meets
• Adheres to all financial policies of the district in regard to the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts
• Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies
• Works directly with the Middle School Athletic Director in preparing track practice and meet schedules
• Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner
• Ensures that proper form(s) (insurance, attendance, medical) are obtained and current
• Ensures that all student athletes practicing or playing have been cleared through the Middle School Athletic Director's office
• Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles. Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away meets and ensures appropriate behavior
• Checks and secures all office, storage room, outside doors, locker rooms and all lights after the last player leaves after meets and practices
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed
• Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times
• Coordinates with the Press and reports meet placings
• Follows OHSAA rules and regulations
• Follows Ohio Capital Conference rules and regulations
• Provides guidance for the youth boys track program
• Assists in the selection and training of Assistant Coaches
• Works with Athletic Training when reporting injuries
• Reports and secures approval from the district for all adults associated with their sport
• Submits athlete rosters to the Athletic Director three weeks before the first meet, any changes to student information on the roster, inventories, final season statistics and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season
• Consults with the Middle School Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs
• Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction; including pre-season practice sessions
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner
• Adequately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with student, parents, community, staff and the media
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required
• Attends work regularly and is punctual

• Attends inservice training and staff meetings as needed
• Sanitizes and cleans equipment
• Inspects facilities and athletic courses for health and safety concerns
• Chaperones/supervises athletic events, as needed

All school employees have some responsibility for supervising standards and assisting in maintaining a safe environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to communicate, move, sit, use technology, and teach proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.

The work environment is a standard track and field and other athletic event settings. The noise level is typically moderate to high depending on activities. The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and may encounter bodily fluids or blood borne pathogens.

This job description is not a contract of employment or a guarantee of any terms of employment. The district may modify duties as needed. The Upper Arlington City School District is an equal…