The successful candidate will help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. Students shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self discipline and self confidence.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
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Maintains a cooperative relationship with fellow staff members, students and parents.
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Adheres to and enforces district, state and federal laws, policies, procedures and regulations.
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Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
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Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season.
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Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.
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Maintains accurate statistics, records and results of the season.
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Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
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Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport.
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Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in this sport and is consistent in establishing criteria for eligibility in competition.
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Adheres to a highly efficient and technically sound program of injury prevention and follow up.
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Works closely with the athletic director in scheduling intramural and interscholastic contests.
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Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms.
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Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records and similar paperwork.
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Accounts for all equipment or delegates the responsibility.
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Develops a consistent and positive public communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about the athletic program.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Valid First Aid/CPR certification required
Valid NFHS OR ASEP certification required at the High School level
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Such alternative qualifications as the board deems appropriate
