Head Wrestling Coach

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Determined at the time of hire

Reports To:

Athletic Director, Building Principal, High School Head Coach

To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

• Before and after the middle school season begins and ends, you are part of the high school coaching staff and expected to be present at all games and practices
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletic programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Maintain a conducive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff, community and media
• Place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend professional development with guidance from the Athletic Director and High School Head Coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• To be active in building participation, conditioning and training through camps and individual contacts
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

The Middle School Head Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Head Coach Performance Based Evaluation.