Head Girls Golf Coach- Buena Vista

Head Girls Golf Coach – Buena Vista Job Description

Minimum Employment Qualifications

Must possess a valid NE Teaching Certificate or NE Administrative and Supervisory Certificate or a NE Special Services Certificate endorsed in coaching.

• Bachelor's degree, with emphasis in Education preferred
• Current or prospective employment as a teacher in the Omaha Public Schools and the identified site preferred
• Individual must be able to meet Nebraska School Activities Association guidelines, which include Nebraska Teaching Certificate and/or Special Services Certificate with endorsement in coaching
• High school coaching experience in the specified sport, with prior head coaching experience preferred
• The varsity position requires deep knowledge of the sport and must be able to foster positive human relationships and to work effectively with students, staff, parents and community
• The varsity coach must exhibit high standards of professional ethics and conduct
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Location:

Buena Vista High School

Reports to:

Building Principal and Athletic Director

• Supervise the athletics program in the specified sport at all levels of competition offered by the school, ensuring the safety and well being of all student participants
• Set and maintain appropriately high expectations for learning and classroom performance as a condition for participation in athletics; monitor and support student academic performance to ensure success
• Set and maintain high behavioral expectations for student athletes and staff; assure that all conduct presents the school and the district in a positive manner; support the values of competitive sports including hospitality, sportsmanship, and fair play
• Develop and communicate an administratively approved plan for teaching and supporting appropriate student behavior, including possible consequences for unacceptable behavior; ensure consistent and fair implementation
• Develop and implement a cohesive athletics program in the specified sport that teaches skills and promotes team play of all participants through instruction, practice, and competitive events
• Implement and support the letter and spirit of eligibility criteria for participation of student athletes as determined by the school and the district, and those of the Metropolitan High School Activities Association and the Nebraska School Activities Association
• Assist the Athletic Director and the building principal in selecting, assigning, supervising, developing, and evaluating staff at all levels of the program
• Promote the athletics program through district-approved activities with elementary and middle school aged students, enhancing development of skills and knowledge of the sport in young children
• Assist student athletes who wish to pursue higher education and athletics beyond high school with understanding opportunities, pursuing scholarships and financial support, and selecting appropriate options
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the public; follow district guidelines in communicating with the media

* NOTE:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.