8th Grade Head Volleyball Coach

HEAD COACH

Supervisor:
Dean of Students
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Athletics
Terms of Employment:
Seasonal
Supervises:
None
Position Type:
Temporary

The Head Coach is responsible for leading and managing the assigned interscholastic athletic program in a manner that promotes student development, academic accountability, sportsmanship, and compliance with all applicable regulations. The position ensures the safety, supervision, and well‑being of student‑athletes while implementing effective coaching strategies consistent with New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) guidelines and Cobre Consolidated School District Board policies.

• Be proactive and current with the policies and guidelines of the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) and the Cobre Consolidated School District Board of Education
• Model sportsmanship for self, staff, team, and community
• Assume responsibility for the conduct and well‑being of all players and set high standards for academic achievement and school attendance
• Establish rapport and cooperation with members of the athletic staff, teachers, administration, and community
• Ensure that illegal recruiting of athletes does not occur within the sports program
• Use coaching methods that represent an up‑to‑date philosophy, analyze and correct errors, and employ sound teaching skills and techniques
• Demonstrate and uphold high standards for coaching performance and behavior
• Exhibit professionalism by maintaining good attendance and adhering to an established work schedule
• Comply with the Code of Ethics, administrative directives, board policy, state and federal statutes, rules and regulations
• Communicate and display courteous and professional behavior towards students, the public, the Immediate Supervisor, School and District Administrators, staff and peers
• Safeguard confidentiality of information pursuant to FERPA and other applicable statutes
• Evenings and weekend work may be required
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned

• Licensed as an Athletic Coach by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED)
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

Verbal ability required to understand oral and written instructions; motor coordination required to coordinate eyes, hands and fingers when operating machines and equipment; manual and finger dexterity required to operate machines and equipment precisely and rapidly.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

The Cobre Consolidated School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Position will remain open until filled.