High School Assistant Boys Soccer Coach

Overview

Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports). The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and continually examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.

• Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)
• The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.

The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Reports To:

The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals.

Supervises:
In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal.

Job Goal:
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. The coach should also instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in student athletes. Upgrade knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, and consultation.

The success of athletic programs influences the community’s image of the entire system. Public exposure carries responsibility and there may be pressure for winning, but the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health remain primary. The position may include unusual aspects such as extended time, risk of injury, and due process considerations. In cases not specifically covered, the coach should exercise common sense and good judgment.

• Has thorough knowledge of all athletic policies approved by the Plainwell Community Schools' Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements and interprets them for staff.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.

• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences, clinics and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the overall program.
• Trains and informs staff; encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy.
• Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants.
• Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the athletic director/principal.

• Assists the athletic director in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournaments and special sport events.
• Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
• Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent and eligibility.
• Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment sites.
• Advises the athletic director and recommends policy, method or procedural changes.

• Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development of character traits such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct.
• By presence at all practices, games and travel, provides guidance and safeguards for each participant.
• Provides training rules and other regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
• Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
• Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to the athletic office within 24 hours.
• Directs student managers, assistants and statisticians.
• Determines discipline, delineates procedures concerning due process when enforcement of discipline is necessary and communicates with parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible.
• Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection.

• Participates in budgeting with the athletic director by establishing requirements for the next season. Recommends equipment guidelines as to type, style, color or technical specifications. Is responsible for operating within budget appropriations.
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