Assistant Freshman Girls Track Coach

Position / Title

High School Assistant Coach

Bargaining Unit

ETA

Department / Location

High School Athletic Department

Calendar Days

Per IHSA Calendar

Reports To

Head Coach

JD Revision Date

06/06/2024

Supervises

Players on their roster

Function / Position Summary

Position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organization of the program. The role assists with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Organizes and oversees specific program levels or areas of responsibility.
• Work within the head coach’s organizational structure.
• Assist the head coach and athletic secretary to verify that all participants are fully registered and eligible.
• Help develop game schedules, practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Communicate and plan with the head coach for practice sessions and competition strategies that ensure the health and physical well‑being of the student participants.
• Be present at pre‑season parent meetings for all levels of sport to review scholastic eligibility requirements, athletic code of conduct, team rules, injury prevention, and inherent risks of the sport.
• Coordinate practice and competition schedules throughout the off‑season, summer, and in‑season periods.
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment at the assistant level.
• Maintain a safe facility and equipment associated with activity.
• Maintain effective communication with athletes, school administration, staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Maintain good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, and local youth programs.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Think on your feet and handle stressful situations.
• Model and instill the values of sportsmanship and fair play to all participants.
• Track students’ athletic and academic eligibility; work with teachers and administration to keep academics a priority.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Plan, organize, and implement safe and effective daily practices and other planned events.
• Supervise all students during practices and contests.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the U‑46 Athletic Code of Conduct and U‑46 Student Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with the head coach on all fundraising activities and maintain accurate records of monies collected and deposited in compliance with District policy and procedures.
• Provide end‑of‑season individual and team records and statistics to the head coach.
• Contribute to the long‑term success of the program by building positive relationships with local athletics organizations and K‑8 sports programs.
• Attend Freshman Orientation and incoming 8th Grade Night, as applicable.
• Engage in personal professional development activities.
• Other duties/events as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

Education

• Proper certification with the American Sport Education Program and/or Valid Illinois Teaching certificate.
• Pass IHSA required tests and review required videos.
• Maintain current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Experience / Knowledge

• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
• Provide a verifiable record that emphasizes sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitude, and character.
• Be knowledgeable in the techniques and strategies for the sport/activity.
• Handle and respond professionally to stressful situations.
• Have relevant coaching background/experience.

Physical Demands

• Stand for long periods of time; walk or stand for extended periods.
• Operate sports‑related equipment; handle various materials and objects.
• Work in a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions, including extreme high temperatures outdoors.
• Lift equipment up to 50 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• Reviewed annually by Athletic Director & Head Program Coach.
• Employment determined by IHSA approved athletic calendar and school district policy.
• Season:
  Per IHSA Calendar.
• Student opportunities may remain the same or be modified due to environmental restrictions; positions and stipends will adjust accordingly.
• For ETA coaches: position can be renewed without reapplying if satisfactory status is maintained.
• For Non‑ETA coaches: position is one year; must reapply each year.

Additional Information

• Stipend positioned paid according to the attached Appendix F Salary Schedule.
• Applications should be submitted online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education

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