General Summary:

The Head Coach is responsible for helping 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.  The Head Coach reports to the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison and works under the auspices of the Varsity Head Coach in his/her sport.

Payment: 6% per TCEA Contract Language 

Location: West Middle School

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative Responsibilities

1. Adheres to the Code of Conduct for Coaches; acts as a positive role model on and off the court/field/site, etc.;
2. Adheres to Playing Fair:  A Guide to Title IX in High School and College Sports;
3. Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved;
4. Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport;
5. Works cooperatively with all TCAPS coaches, athletic directors/LEAP Liaison, and students to ensure a healthy, positive cross town rivalry;
6. Recommends to the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison teams that may be scheduled and officials to be employed;
7. Works with the Varsity Head Coach and/or on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison to plan transportation and appropriate supervision at away contests in compliance with district travel policy and guidelines;

Supervisory Duties

1. Assists on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison and Varsity Head Coach in recruiting, hiring and evaluating all coaches in his/her sport;
2. Assigns duties to equipment managers, assistant coaches (if applicable), and helpers and evaluates their performance;
3. Record Keeping Responsibilities
4. Maintains an accurate and current squad roster and submits copies to the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison;
5. Works closely with on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison, Booster Club and Varsity Head Coach in the financing of his/her sport and fundraising efforts for his/her team.
6. Develops a consistent and positive communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about his/her sport;
7. Maintains accurate statistics, records, and results of the season;
8. Arranges for the presentation of team awards through the on-site Athletic Director;
9. Prepares a detailed uniform, equipment and supply request and submits it to the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison, and maintains a detailed inventory list of uniforms, equipment and supplies;
10. Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork;
11. Submits all grants with approval of central office and Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison,
12. Advises coaches, students and parents of spring and fall opportunities for physicals at a reduced cost;

Athletic Behavior/Eligibility Responsibilities

1. Enforces all rules of the Michigan High School Athletic Association related to his/her sport if applicable.
2. Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students;
3. Establishes performance criteria for participation in interscholastic competition in his/her sport;
4. Checks with Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison on individual athlete’s eligibility;

Injury/Safety

1. Cooperates with the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison to verify that no candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice until his/her physical examination card has been completed and his/her insurance coverage is in effect;
2. Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present;
3. Enforces rules and regulations concerning conditioning of players and their health and safety;
4. Reports injuries to the trainer if applicable and/or completes and submits accident reports to the on-site Athletic Director/LEAP Director;
5. Exercises great care in dealing with all injuries and particularly those that are of a serious nature.  In all cases, the coach should assure that the injured athlete is receiving competent medical care.  Following injuries of a serious or prolonged nature, the coach should secure the signed approval of the doctor and parent before the athlete is allowed to participate again in athletic activities;
6. Provides supervision of all athletes until they have left the building and/or site;
7. Ensures that all windows, doors, and gates are locked in any area that has been used;

Team Activities

1. Plans all practice sessions and supervises out-of-season conditioning program;
2. Ensures a positive environment free of hazing, harassment, bullying and intimidating language and behaviors;

Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Valid teaching certificate and a bachelor’s preferred. 
• First aid and CPR training required within first two years and maintained thereafter.
• Experience in teaching, coaching, and sports medicine preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate success in area of application.