Coaching - JH Head Track Coach - Coed

COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all aspects of the Junior High Track Program including tryouts, practices, and games.
• Develop and execute an effective training program.
• Motivate and mentor student‑athletes on and off the track.
• Instruct and guide student‑athletes in fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training necessary for individual and team success.
• Encourage the formulation and enhancement of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self‑discipline, and self‑confidence.
• Foster teamwork, discipline, respect, sportsmanship, and skills development.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of student‑athletes.
• Cooperate in a timely manner with the School Athletic Director and District Athletic Department regarding pertinent information.
• Meet all requirements mandated by the District Board of Education, OHSAA, and ODE related to Coach’s Tool Chest (CTC) Training/Certification and the ODE Pupil Activity Permit (PAP).
• Check the academic eligibility status of all prospective student‑athletes.
• Follow District Athletic Department policies as outlined in the Coach’s Handbook and meet all criteria listed in the job description.
• Model expected behavior: timeliness, positivity, enthusiasm, respect, constructive criticism, and discipline.
• Maintain suitable sideline conduct and appropriate language at all times.
• Accept and use constructive criticism and suggestions to improve coaching performance.
• Implement all applicable administrative policies set forth by the District Board, Superintendents, Principals, Conference Leagues, ODE, and OHSAA.
• Provide all applicable in‑season training rules and any out‑of‑season conduct rules to student‑athletes before the season begins; follow due process when violations occur.
• Participate in clinics and other programs to improve coaching performance.
• Participate in school events such as Awards Night, Pep Assemblies, and Athletic Booster Meetings.
• Assist in ensuring the team is well‑prepared for opponents.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of equipment and supplies.

• Strong knowledge of track rules and techniques.
• Passionate and dedicated to inspiring student‑athletes.
• Previous track coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to motivate and inspire student‑athletes.
• Positive role model for student‑athletes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in track and field.
• Fundraising experience.

• Ohio Secondary Teaching Certificate preferred.
• Evidence of successful past coaching experience at the high school and/or college level desired.
• Satisfactory results of County Police Records Check, State BCII Check, and FBI Fingerprint Background Check required.
• Possession of an Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Pupil Activity Permit (PAP).
• Proof of completion of Coach’s Tool Chest (CTC) Training/Certification.

• Type of
  
  Contract:
  
  Supplemental Annual Limited
• Salary:
  Per Schedule E Contract of current C.F.T. Labor Agreement

• At least three years of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.