Afterschool Sports Coach Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the  School Year.

The Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging.

LOCATION OF POSITION

The position will be based primarily on the Frederick Campus, however, the incumbent may be asked to work on the Columbia Campus, depending on where
the Coach Vacancies are for each athletic season:

MSD, Frederick Campus,
101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

or

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169
Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Main Purpose of Job

After school sports coaches work with students with deaf and hard of hearing students by coaching, mentoring, and developing student-athletes in both the fundamentals and advanced skills of their respective sport, while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and academic success. The coach is responsible for planning and conducting practices, supervising student-athletes during athletic activities, ensuring safety and compliance with school and league regulations, and fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages personal growth and team achievement.

POSITION DUTIES

Coaches are
responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program and other program
related duties. These duties can range from drill instruction and execution to
video study and analysis. Coaches are expected to demonstrate effective
teaching skills relative to sport-specific technique, as well as possess the
interpersonal skills necessary to maintain effective working relationships with
students, parents, other coaches, and administrators. Essential
responsibilities also include modeling appropriate behavior and following
established protocol for injuries. This position will report to the Athletic
Director and/or Assistant Athletic Director.

Physical Requirements:

Work
requires physical stamina and mobility to demonstrate and participate in
athletic drills and training activities. Ability to stand, run, crouch, throw,
and move quickly across practice and game areas. Must be able to lift, move,
and transport equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Frequent
walking, standing, bending, and stretching are required. Must be able to work
in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain. Evening and
weekend hours required for practices and competitions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Knowledge of deaf and
hard-of-hearing students and the ability to teach students on different levels,
with varying educational backgrounds.

Fluency in American Sign Language is required.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Coaching experience and knowledge of Deaf Community preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject
to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code,
Family Law Article 1, Sections )

Candidates will need to
provide three letters of recommendation.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

Please note that all contractual agreements and staffing allocations are subject to adjustment based on student enrollment and operational needs.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual…