Athletic Teaching Assistant

Overview

Athletic Teaching Assistant

San Diego Community College District

District Wide

The Position:
Posting Details (Default Section). Closing Date:
Open Until Filled. Bargaining Unit OPS - NANCE. Department:
District Wide. The Position involves assisting athletes and coaches in an intercollegiate athletic class, teaching rules, specific skills and strategies, and providing technical support to the head coach, including game management and recruitment to promote the intercollegiate athletic program within the San Diego Community College District.

• EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
  Assist student athletes by teaching rules, specific skills and strategies of assigned sport during scheduled classes.
• Work with student athletes individually or in groups, reinforcing or following up on instructions provided by the head coach or other coaches.
• Explain the concepts, principles and other aspects of gamesmanship to athletes.
• Assist in controlling the distribution of athletic supplies, materials and equipment to athletes and coaches by checking items in and out, maintaining appropriate records and inventories, and ordering replacement items as necessary according to approved procedures.
• Assist athletes in the proper selection, operation, and care of athletic equipment, uniforms and other gear; assist athletes to understand instructions provided by coaches.
• Assist coaches with game management as assigned.
• Assist with recruitment of athletes during the season and off-season.
• If qualified, operate a van to transport athletes, coaches or equipment as assigned.
• Prepare materials and equipment for demonstrations by coaches or for use by athletes.
• Provide information to athletes, coaches, and others as requested; ensure that appropriate safety procedures are observed by athletes.
• Assist in testing the competence and proficiency of student athletes; provide relevant information to head coach and other coaches regarding athletes' progress.
• Repair and maintain athletic supplies and equipment as assigned; schedule other repair and maintenance of equipment according to approved procedures.
• Provide training and work direction to student assistants as assigned.
• Maintain athletic area in a clean and orderly manner; ensure the security of the facilities as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Game management and gamesmanship.
• Rules, skills and strategies of specific sport to which assigned.
• Operation, use and characteristics of gear and equipment used in assigned sport.
• Teaching methods and techniques.
• Understanding of diverse backgrounds of community college students.
• Record-keeping techniques;
  Safety regulations;
  Oral and written communications;
  Technical aspects of field of specialty;
  Principles and practices of training and work direction;
  Awareness of the philosophy of the California Community College system.

• Assist athletes in understanding and applying rules, skills and strategies of assigned sport.
• Explain instructions and assignments effectively; proper use and operation of gear and equipment.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Recruit student athletes in accordance with the California State Athletic Code.
• Work cooperatively with others and independently with little direction.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair of equipment; meet schedules and timelines; plan and organize job-related activities; train and provide work direction to others; maintain records and prepare reports.

Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to: three years of tutoring, instructional or other experience directly related to athletics and satisfactory completion of sufficient specialized training in athletics to satisfactorily perform the assigned duties.

Valid California driver's license and/or Class B license with a valid medical certificate may be required for some positions.

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Physical Requirements:

Category II (may occasionally require SOME physical exertion, stamina and flexibility); walking and standing for long periods; lifting and carrying gear/equipment. Environment:
Athletic competition environment with related hazards and exposures.

Conditions of Employment:
Selected candidate is required to complete the following prior to employment:
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam; have fingerprints taken by Live Scan; present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

for the hourly pay rate.

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