Assistant Volleyball Coach​/English Teacher

Coaching Position

This coaching position is tied to a ten (10) month teacher contract (205 days), plus stipend and benefit package. FLSA: EXEMPT

Job Goal:
To establish and maintain, according to the Little Rock School District and Athletic Department, goals and objectives that will lead to a competitive volleyball program. To structure the learning environment to study the integrated English program outlined by the LRSD Curriculum Guides.

Qualifications:

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Enhanced knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of Arkansas Activities Association (AAA Handbook) rules
• Demonstrates a willingness to try new teaching and assessment strategies that would benefit all students.
• Demonstrate the ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• A Bachelor's degree minimum.
• Must have a valid Arkansas teacher's license.
• Willingness to participate in on-going staff development.
• Must meet State Department of Education requirements for coaching endorsement.
• Must meet Arkansas Activities Association requirements for coaches.
• Knowledge of Arkansas Activities Association (AAA Handbook) rules
• Evidence of strong commitment to quality education
• Must meet Arkansas certification requirements in Middle School English or High School English 7-12.

Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Planning and Preparation:
  Plans, prepares, and delivers instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences, demonstrating pedagogy, knowledge of students, instructional goals, knowledge of resources, coherent instruction, and assessing student learning.
• Classroom Environment:
  Establishes a culture of learning: managing classroom procedure and student behavior, as well as organizing physical space. Applies appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Instruction:
  Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved – communicating with students, using questioning and discussion techniques, engaging students in learning, using assessment in instruction, and utilizing technology. Effectively infuses technology into instructional activities and the overall learning experiences.
• Professional Responsibilities:
  Develops and adheres to professional responsibilities – reflecting on teaching, maintaining accurate records, communication with families, contributing to the assigned School and the District at large, growing and developing professionally, showing professionalism, using data to inform instruction.
• 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, discipline, respect and good sportsmanship.
• Work with other members of the school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Ensure that all coaches on staff work together toward a common goal with in program and provide unity with the feeder schools.
• 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 the Director of Athletics and athletic coordinator to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings and the ongoing needs of the program.
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
• Maintains, files, and copies all pertinent LRSD/AAA materials, eligibility forms, transfer forms, grade reports, and ensures the LRSD/AAA guidelines are followed.
• 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 sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, teachers, athletic coordinators and Director of Athletics.
• Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within program.
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
• Annually establish and meet…