POSITION TITLE:
Assistant Coach
REPORTS TO:
Head Coach
NATURE OF THE POSITION:
This is a
responsible position that requires working with the Head Coach in
the implementation of the sport program. The work is under
the direction of the Head Coach and involves assisting the Head
Coach with general overall responsibility for the total sport
program. The Assistant Coach must demonstrate an ability to
work cooperatively and enthusiastically with the entire school
community and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience or Training
Valid
Illinois State Teaching, Substitute, and/or ASEP
Certification
Knowledge of the sport
Previous
coaching experience
Desired Experience or Training
Demonstrated ability in the teaching and coaching of a sport
program in a multicultural high school and/or unit district
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ability to
effectively and enthusiastically communicate with students and
Head Coach
Demonstrates cooperation,
friendliness and enthusiasm toward students, faculty, fellow
coaches, and the public sector
Motivates student athletes
by example
Assists with planning,
coordinating and supervising a sport program based on the latest
evidence of knowledge and skill about the game.
Disseminates information to and instructs student athletes and
fellow coaches in the above.
Adheres to the standards of
conduct and safety for all student athletes
Adheres to school and
district policies and procedures
Strict compliance with all
IHSA rules and regulations
Exercises and teaches
control and care of school-owned equipment.
Other duties and responsibilities
that may be assigned and/or administratively directed.