Athletic Coach​/Teacher - Asst. Cheer - High School

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ROLE AND PURPOSE: Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in sport assigned. Contribute to education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Education/Certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligible for alternative certification

• Experience as a coach or participant in sport
• General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
• Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Pre-Contract Responsibilities:
• Attend all scheduled Athletic In-Service sessions up to one week prior to the teacher contract start date for professional development and department planning.
• Report early—outside of standard contract days—as needed to support pre-season preparations, as directed by the Athletic Office, Principal, Campus Coordinator, or Head Coach.
• Pre-Season and In-Season Duties:
• Be available for pre-season meetings up to one week before the UIL season start date.
• Attend all practices, games, and team-related events during the assigned sport's season.
• Attend and support team banquets or other post-season events as required.
• Offseason and Supplemental Duties:
• Participate in offseason UIL strength and conditioning that is permitted during the school year as assigned by the Head Coach (must not interfere with duties in a second sport).
• Attend athletic department meetings outside of school-contracted hours, as scheduled by the Campus Coordinator, Athletic Office, or Head Coach.
• Plan for and attend Saturday and holiday practices and competitions.

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.

• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.

• Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.

• Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program.
• Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.

• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

• Supervise assigned assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.

• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Frequent district wide and statewide travel.
• Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
• Outdoor exposure to sun and heat.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Education and Training
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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