Position Title:

Head Coach

Reports To: 

Job Objectives

Works with student-athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.  Provides guidance and encouragement to help

students profit from their participation.  Keeps the athletic director informed about current activities and emerging

issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid pupil activity permit.
• Completion of all pupil activity supervisor validation requirements.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record.
• Relevant coaching experience.
• Knowledgeable about interscholastic athletic program regulations.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions: The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable qualification can be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Provides technical expertise and physical skill in coaching the assigned athletic activity.  
• Works with the athletic director to evaluate program needs.  Requisitions essential supplies and equipment.  Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
• Attends all mandatory programs (e.g., rules interpretation, first aid training, etc.).
• Encourages student involvement in athletic activities.  Provides for pre-season parents/athletes information meetings to review team rules, policies, procedures, etc.  Helps parents and students understand program objectives.  Explains student responsibilities (e.g., scholastic eligibility, parental permission, physical exams, training/performance schedules, requirements for letters, insurance coverage, etc.).
• Organizes team tryouts.  Maintains the integrity of the selection process.
• Organizes and carries out a practice schedule.  Coordinates activities with the school calendar.  Gives the athletic director a copy of all student communications.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Avoids public criticism of training/coaching methods used by other individuals.
• Assumes responsibility for the development of off-season activities (e.g., summer training, clinics, etc.).
• Assists with the student insurance program.  Maintains information as directed.
• Teaches precautions and procedures to help students prevent injuries.  Ensures that medical authorization forms are on file and readily available.  Promptly documents all injuries that require a medical referral.
• Evaluates individual and team performance.  Prepares statistics.  Develops and refines game strategies.
• Recruits, trains, and supervises student managers, trainers, and scouts.
• Communicates high expectations and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Promotes academic success as an important priority for all students.
• Maintains high standards for student conduct.  Upholds the student conduct code.
• Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns.
• Verifies that participants have fulfilled all requirements for letters, awards, and/or certificates.  Participates in student recognition programs.
• Helps with supervision responsibilities related to the preparation of athletic fields and practice areas.
• Assigns and keeps track of athletic equipment issued to students and staff.
• Ensures that students keep locker rooms and practice areas orderly.
• Obtains permission to be away when duties conflict with other assigned duties.
• Evaluates and recommends changes to enhance future programs.
• Maintains visibility and participates in school and community activities.
• Works closely with the athletic booster’s association.
• Supervises approved fundraising projects.  Works with the athletic director to ensure that all financial activities are processed through the proper student activity account.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports student activities as time permits.
• Builds community partnerships that enhance district programs and services.
• Participates in national, state, and/or regional activities that advance district goals.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities to remain current with program innovations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Respects personal privacy.  Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Takes precautions to ensure student safety.  Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Complete required training by appropriate deadlines.
• Accepts responsibility for personal decisions and conduct.  Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities Required: The following aptitudes and physical skills are essential for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Delivers a positive learning environment and engenders student enthusiasm.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Lifts, carries, and/or moves athletic supplies and equipment.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Travels to meetings and work assignments.

(Additional) Working Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent, depending on circumstances and factors that are not predictable.

• Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require detailed paperwork.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekends.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Under the direction of the athletic director: schedules meaningful work assignments, provides instructions, and

communicates expectations to assigned staff.  Monitors and helps assigned staff successfully accomplish delegated

duties.

Performance Evaluations

Job performance is evaluated according to the policy provisions adopted by the Fostoria City School District Board of

Education.