High School Cheer Assistant Coach

Job Title

Coach

Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification

Certification in first aid and CPR

Demonstrated knowledge of cheer, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Related experience as determined by the head coach and/or the Board

Ability to foster and sustain students' interest in the sport and promote skill development

Possess good organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Head Coach

To motivate and develop in each participant skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide them toward success, personal growth, and good character. To provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Provide leadership and motivation to excel.

Working with Student Athletes

• Supervise assigned teams and players, overseeing an assigned area of focus such as offense, defense, goalie, or transition game
• Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in-school events, and help supervise students during related field trips and other out-of-school functions
• Help organize practice schedules and game rosters
• Assist the Head Coach in assigning positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play
• Attend out-of-school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions
• Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in the sport involved
• Help track student performance throughout the season and develop stat sheets on players
• Ensure the safety of the students and maintain responsibility for the security of equipment and facilities
• Ensure that safety equipment is used correctly
• Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to medical procedures and student athletes, including the district's concussion policy
• Help ensure that students are eligible to participate, and that they have had any necessary physical examinations
• Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members

Model positive behavior and maintain a supportive environment and remain professional, even when tension is high

• Maintain high standards of conduct for student athletes, including respect and fair play
• Assist the Head Coach in upholding the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Other

• Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, operators of non-district facilities used for practice or competition as directed by the head coach
• Assist the head coach, when requested to do so, in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, physical check-up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork
• Be prepared to take over full coaching duties in the event the head coach is absent or becomes ill
• Assist in evaluating the program annually and making recommendations for improvements as necessary
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, and by reading professional publications
• Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education as well as to the National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance of this position will be evaluated periodically by the head coach and/or the athletics and activities director in conformance with district policy and IDAPA .

By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference: I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools

I.C. § 33-513 Professional Personnel

I.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts

I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance

IDAPA  Endorsements A-D

IDAPA  Endorsements E-L

IDAPA Endorsements M-Z

IDAPA  Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders