Title:
Coach
QUALIFICATIONS:
1/
Appropriate NJ certification for the position, 2/ M
ust be able to maintain annual
certification
in CPR;
3/ Availability from 2:50 PM until the conclusion of practice
and/or for home and away athletic contests which may occur at
night or weekends, 4/ Demonstrated experience and competencies
for performance responsibilities,
5/ Required criminal background check and proof of US
citizenship or legal alien status;
6/ Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board
may find appropriate and acceptable;
Responsible to
:
H.S. Principal/Asst. Principal for
Athletics
Job Goal:
To organize, coordinate and promote a
comprehensive athletic program in the assigned sport that is
designed to meet the needs and interests of the school
community. To provide effective leadership that will ensure a
positive learning environment and will stress the importance of
academic achievement and social responsibility while modeling a
high degree of ethics and professionalism.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1/ Establish and monitor rules, regulations and procedures as
needed for the athletes participating which conform to BOE
policies, league
and state rules and regulations;
2/ order and maintain supplies; 3/ counsel and
advise athletes and asst. coaches on eligibility, rules and
regulations, sportsmanship and citizenship; 4/
Prepare and submit an annual budget
to the administration and follow the district policies
involving financial transactions; 5/ Prepare forms,
reports, inventory and recommendations as required; 6/
Operate in such a way that protects the district's ability to
function as an integral part of NJSIAA; 7/ Be
responsible for public relations and publicity for the assigned
athletic program;
8/
Establish procedures for
communicating with parents/guardians; 9/ Plan, organize,
and implement the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules,
and proper conditioning in the assigned sport; 10/ Compile and
maintain accurate individual and team performance records;
11/ Participate in the awards program(s) according
to school procedures; 12/ Ensure that adequate
supervision is provided for all students involved in the
program; 13/ provide for the safety of participants by
inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of
environmental conditions; 14/ Issue, collect, inventory, and
store equipment consistent with department guidelines;
15/ Instruct participants in safety procedures and in the need
to report injuries to the coach and/or trainer immediately and
implement appropriate procedures for handling injury
situations; 16/ Ensure the availability of a properly supplied
first aid kit and emergency care cards at all times; 17/
Inform students of the insurance program available through the
district; 18/ Attend games, including home J.V. and
sophomore games as required by the position or
administration;
19/ Establish and maintain relationships with local community
groups and individuals to develop, foster and solicit
understanding and support for overall school objectives and
programs;
20/ Prepare and have approved
guidelines for all candidates trying out for the team ;
21/ Assume responsibility for locker rooms and other
areas used by the team athletes; 22/
Assume other related responsibilities and duties within the
context of the above major responsibilities and/or illustration
of key duties;
23/ Maintain necessary
confidentiality of medical conditions as appropriate,
24/ Enforce all board and league policies,
administrative directives and state
laws/regulations,
25/ Other duties as assigned or required by the demands of the
position and administration.
Terms:
Annual appointment required.
Stipend as per the MEA agreement.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in
accordance with the requirenments for certified coaching
staff.