POSITION SUMMARY:
The School Athletic Coach is responsible for leading, developing, and managing a school sports team for students in grades 3–8. This role includes planning and conducting practices, supervising games, teaching the fundamentals of the sport, fostering sportsmanship, and promoting student engagement, teamwork, and personal growth. The coach will uphold the values and mission of the school and serve as a positive role model for all student-athletes.
Our UCC programs offer the following athletic coaching opportunities:
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Cross Country: Grades 6–8
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Basketball: Grades 3 and up
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Volleyball: Grades 4 and up
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Flag Football: Grades 4 and up
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Indoor Soccer: Grades 3–6
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Outdoor Soccer: Grades 6–8
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Spring Baseball Badges: Grades 3–5
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Fit Kids: Grades 2–3
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Boxing: youth and adults
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coaching & Instruction
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Plan, organize, and conduct age-appropriate practices and training sessions aligned with skill development and team strategy.
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Teach fundamental skills, game rules, and tactics of the assigned sport in a manner appropriate for elementary and middle school students.
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Adapt coaching techniques to meet the varying skill levels and developmental needs of student-athletes.
2. Game Day & Supervision
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Manage team logistics for games/meets, including lineup preparation, in-game decisions, and communication with referees and opposing coaches.
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Supervise students before, during, and after practices and games to ensure safety and proper conduct.
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Coordinate team transportation, uniforms, and equipment in collaboration with the Athletic Director.
3. Student Development & Support
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Promote positive character development, leadership, responsibility, and respect among team members.
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Encourage academic accountability and school-wide expectations among student-athletes.
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Address behavioral or disciplinary concerns in coordination with school staff as needed.
4. Communication & Collaboration
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Maintain clear communication with parents, students, and school staff regarding schedules, expectations, and updates.
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Collaborate with the Athletic Coordinator and other coaches to align athletic programming and support a cohesive athletic culture.
5. Program Administration
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Track attendance, eligibility, and student participation records.
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Maintain an inventory of team equipment and uniforms.
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Adhere to all school and district athletic policies, including safety protocols and concussion awareness training.
INTENDED OUTCOMES AND SUCCESS MEASURES:
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Support students in balancing athletics participation and academic performance
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Promote student growth and development of physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and perseverance among student-athletes
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Student athletes will maintain and/or growth their academic performance over time with participation in athletic programming.
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Apply and implement professional learning and training practices provided by the school and/or district.
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Be responsive to the data and feedback provided by administrators and coaches, and adjust instructional practices to best meet student needs.
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Effective management and support for student behaviors in the classroom setting.
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Effective instructional strategies in place to maximize engaged student learning time and minimize disruptions and lost instructional time.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor to support students, colleagues, or the school community.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Passion for youth development and character-building through sports
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Positive role model with high standards of professionalism and integrity
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Ability to build team spirit and cultivate a supportive, inclusive team culture
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Flexible, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities
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Demonstrates enthusiasm towards students, parents and staff from diverse backgrounds.
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Demonstrates the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
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Demonstrates the ability to self- reflect, and seek feedback to improve practices.
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Demonstrates a growth mindset committed to continuous learning, growth, and development.
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Demonstrates the ability to work as a team as well as independently.
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Demonstrates respect towards the students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
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Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner’
- Demonstrate the ability to listen to others and remain receptive to new ideas.
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Demonstrate the ability to address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes.
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Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with staff, students, and the community.
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Demonstrate motivation, initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.
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Demonstrate excellent human relations and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrates honesty, dependability, and the ability to meet deadlines and other professional expectations.
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High school diploma or GED
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Previous experience in coaching or playing the sport being coached
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Understanding of child development, especially in 8–14-year-olds
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First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
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The candidate should be able to work independently with little direct supervision, work as part of a team, accept responsibilities, and be self-motivated.
- Must display effective multi-tasking and time management skills.
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Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Ability to move around the classroom and school environment, including bending, kneeling, standing, walking, going up and down stairs, and sitting for extended periods.
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Visual and auditory acuity to supervise students and respond to classroom needs.
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Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects such as educational materials or classroom supplies.
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Must be able to monitor student safety and physically assist students when necessary (e.g., guiding younger students, supporting classroom transitions).
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Manual dexterity to operate computers, classroom technology, and teaching tools and to engage in repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and fingers (typing and/or writing).
- May require extended screen time for lesson planning, grading, or communication, and to work frequently at close visual range
- Ability to receive and respond to oral communication.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Work is generally performed in a gym and/or school environment with regular interaction with students, staff, and families, both inside the school campus environment, as well as occasionally outdoors or offsite.
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Requires active supervision of students in varied settings (gym, school, off-site, athletic locations, etc.)
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Frequent contact with students, parents/guardians, support staff, and school administration.
- May involve occasional exposure to childhood illnesses, noise, and frequent interruptions.
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Must be able to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced educational setting.
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Work schedules follow the specific athletic season and program and are seasonal.
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Noise level in the work environment is moderate to occasionally loud (examples: gym environment, loud voices during practices and games, etc.)
- May be required to operate a motor vehicle during the course of duties.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to help perform essential functions.
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UCC provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
