Head Womens Wrestling Coach DBHS

Overview

Role: HIGH SCHOOL HEAD COACH

The job of High School Head Coach was established for the purpose of directing all aspects of the high school coaching program in compliance with Tennessee Secondary School Athletics Association (TSSAA) rules and regulations and Washington County School policies and procedures. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, managing and evaluating all activities related to the high school sports program such as supervision of student-athletes and assistant coaches, practice and content organization, budget management, scheduling, and promotion of the program.

The Head Coach will promote an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment for all student-athletes, providing guidance, instruction and experiences to enhance students  personal, physical and social growth and development. This position is under the direction of the building Principal and with direction from the Director of Athletics for Washington County Schools. This position is held in addition to a classroom teaching or other work assignment.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor s degree or beyond
• Experience:
  
  Experience in coaching in high school or beyond with demonstrated evidence of success; head coaching experience preferred
• Certificates & Licenses:
  Tennessee licensure for a faculty teaching position will be required. (See associated job description for Teacher-High School); current CDL or willing to obtain
• Required Testing:
  Pre-employment Physical Exam/doctor s note stating that you have a satisfactory health record
• Clearances:
  Criminal Justice Fingerprint-based Background Clearance
• Continuing Education/Training:
  Maintain state license requirements

• Applicants must provide samples of the following materials:
  Coaching Handbook;
  Parent Communication;
  Program Development Plan (progression from Middle School to High School);
  Practice and Training schedule for both in season and out of season

• Keeps abreast of current sport knowledge and coaching techniques
• Maintains current knowledge of the governing policies, rules, regulations, procedures and eligibility requirements of the District and appropriate sports athletic association
• Establishes goals and objectives for the sport season in accordance with District goals and objectives
• Conducts meetings with students to promote the sport, explain requirements, issue forms for insurance, eligibility, physical exams, and parental permission, and discuss athletic health care, development, and training
• Scheduling, planning, and content organization of fall and spring practices
• Scheduling, planning, and content organization of fall and spring strength training and conditioning
• Supervision of students and assistant coaches at practices and contests
• Coordinates scheduling of activities, use of facilities, eligibility lists, transportation of student-athletes, and game management with building personnel and in accordance with athletic policy and codes
• Provides for safety and welfare of participants; maintains injury records and other athletic records as necessary
• Issues and retrieves athletic equipment; arranges for cleaning, repair, storage, and inventory; holds athletes responsible for care and return of District-owned equipment
• Expends approved budget in conformance with District fiscal procedures; recommends budget needs; requisitions supplies and equipment within budget constraints
• Update records of the team and individual records and accomplishments; arrange for school athletic awards
• Promotes the total sports program with the student body, administration, teaching staff, and the public; provides pertinent and timely game schedules and results to the news media
• Evaluates the sports program and provides reports and recommendations to the appropriate administration for management decision-making purposes
• Knowledge of and compliance with the rules and regulations as required by the TSSAA
• Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA recruiting rules and regulations
• Implement and enforce athletic and academic standards as set forth by Washington County Schools
• Attend all required sessions for head coaches and district…