Head Dance Coach

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time).

Job Description.

• Valid South Dakota teaching certificate/coaching endorsement.
• Valid SDHSAA Coaches Education Program (Fundamentals of Coaching, First Aid & Concussion in Sports).
• Employed as a teacher in the Brookings School District.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total (7‑V) sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects and strategies of the sport.
• Commitment to examining new theories and methods in the sport.

Activities Administrator, who provides supervision, training, and evaluation in conjunction with the high school principal.

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategies and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. The student shall also receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self‑discipline and self‑confidence.

• The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community’s image of the entire school district. This public exposure requires considerable responsibility and involves community/parental pressure for winning performances that must not override the development of good sportsmanship and citizenship skills.
• The position includes other unusual aspects such as stress, time commitment, risk management and due process predicaments.
• The express intent of this job description is to give sufficient guidance to successfully function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach will exercise common sense and good judgment and seek assistance from the activities director.

• A thorough knowledge of the activity policies of the Board of Education and Brookings High School as well as the responsibility for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Knowledge of school district, SDHSAA and ESD Athletic Conference rules and regulations as well as consistent implementation and interpretation for staff.
• Understanding of the proper administrative line of authority and referral of all requests or concerns through proper channels of communication. Attendance at all public, staff and departmental meetings as required.

• Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Organizes conferences, clinics, and staff meetings to ensure staff awareness of the total program.
• Informs and trains staff and encourages professional growth.
• Delegates and supervises specific duties and at season end assesses staff effectiveness and evaluates assistants per cycle.
• Maintains discipline, resolves grievances and strives to increase morale and cooperation.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Activities Administrator.

• Assists the activities director with scheduling, transportation arrangements, athletic awards and event management.
• Assists in the preparation for sport events and practices and adheres to facility schedules. Coordinates the program with other athletic and custodial/maintenance staff.
• Provides documentation to fulfill state and district requirements concerning physical examinations, insurance, parental consent and eligibility.
• Supervises the use, inspection, and maintenance of athletic facilities.
• Advises the Activities Administrator and recommends policy or procedural changes.

• Provides training rules and other unique regulations of the sport to each participant that is compatible with the Code of Conduct.
• Gives continual attention to the grades and conduct of student‑athletes.
• During presence at practices, games, and travel, provides supervision, assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures for dealing with athletic injuries and medical emergencies.
• Cooperates with the athletic trainer, including reports on athletic injuries.
• Directs and supervises student managers, statisticians and video…