Area High School_Head Flag Football Coach; Miller Grove HS Job Lithonia area,Georgia USA,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Position: Area High School_Head Flag Football Coach(Miller Grove HS) 2026-2027

Area High Flag Football Coach(Miller Grove HS)

Date Posted: 3/1/2026

Miller Grove High School is seeking a motivated Varsity Head Flag Football Coach who has a passion for working with high school students. The ideal candidate should have excellent instructional delivery skills and the ability to communicate with various stakeholders.

The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Title:

Head Coach

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Principal and the Head Coach. The candidate must be willing to assist the Head Coach in game techniques and strategies to prepare the team for competition, determine the need for individual or team improvement, and accept directions from the Head Coach at all times. A Lay Coach will be required to assist with maintaining inventory of athletic equipment, maintain up to date knowledge of first aid techniques, and maintain locker room and playing facilities.

Community Coaches are temporary positions and must be renewed annually.

Education and/Or Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Experience and knowledge coaching sports preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Permits

Georgia High School Association Lay Coaching Certificate required.
Valid certificate in first aid required.

Qualifications

Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.

Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)

The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.

The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Reports to:

The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principals.

Supervises:
In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal.

Job Goal:
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

General

The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community's image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health.

The position includes other unusual aspects such as extended time, risk injury factors and due process predicaments.

It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Plainwell Community Schools' Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.

Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff.

Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.

Staff Responsibilities

Established the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program.

Trains and informs staff, encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy.

Delegates specific duties, supervises implementation and, at season's end, analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants.

Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation.

Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the athletic director/principal.

Administrative Duties

Assists the athletic director in scheduling, providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.

Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.

Provides documentation to fulfill state and system…


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