8% stipend
General Summary:
The Assistant 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 Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach and works under the auspices of the Varsity Head Coach and on-site Athletic Director.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Administrative Responsibilities
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct for coaches; acts as a positive role model on and off the court/field/site, etc.;
- Adheres to Playing Fair: A Guide to Title IX in High School and College Sports;
- Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved;
- Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport;
- Works cooperatively with all TCAPS coaches, athletic directors and students to ensure a healthy, positive cross town rivalry;
- Supports the Head Coach in the conduct of his/her particular sport and the total athletic program;
- Fulfills all responsibilities assigned by the Head Coach;
- Is prepared to assume the responsibility of the Head Coach, if and when necessary;
- Assists the Head Coach in planning transportation and appropriate supervision at away contests in compliance with district travel policy and guidelines;
Record Keeping Responsibilities
- Assists the Head Coach in maintaining accurate statistics, records, and results of the season;
- Works closely with the head coach in the supervision of fundraising efforts.
- Assists with necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork;
- Assists in maintaining a detailed inventory list of uniforms, equipment and supplies, and recommends uniform, equipment and supply requests to the Head Coach;
- Assists the Head Coach in developing a consistent and positive communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about the athletic program.
Athletic Behavior/Eligibility Responsibilities
- Reinforces the Head Coach in all rules of the Michigan High School Athletic Association related to his/her sport;
- Reinforces the Head Coach in discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and abides by established penalties for breach of such standards by individual students;
- Assists the Head Coach in establishing performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in this sport.
- Checks with the Head Coach on individual athlete’s eligibility;
Injury/Safety
- Assists the Head Coach in overseeing the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present;
- Reinforces rules and regulations concerning conditioning of players and their health and safety;
- Reports injuries to the Head Coach or completes and submits accident reports to the on-site Athletic Director;
- 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;
- Provides supervision of all athletes until they have left the building and/or site;
- Ensures that all windows, doors, and gates are locked in any area that has been used;
Team Activities
- Assists the Head Coach with all practice sessions and out-of-season conditioning program;
- 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 degree 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.