Varsity Assistant Football Coach

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• Title: High School Assistant Coach
• Bargaining Unit: ETA
• Department/
  
  Location:
  
  High School Athletic Department
• Calendar Days: Per IHSA Calendar
• Reports to: Head Coach
• Supervises: Players on roster
• Revision Date: 06/06/2024

Position is responsible for assisting the head coach with organization of the program, conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.

• Organize and oversee specific program levels or areas of responsibility.
• Work within the head coach’s organizational structure.
• Verify that all participants have fully registered and are eligible.
• Help develop game schedules, practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Communicate and plan with the head coach on practice sessions and competition strategies that ensure the health and physical well‑being of the student participants.
• Be present at pre‑season parent meetings for all levels of sport to review scholastic eligibility requirements, athletic code of conduct, team rules, injury prevention, and inherent risks of the sport.
• Manage and coordinate practice and competition schedules throughout the off‑season, summer, and in‑season periods.
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection, and care of equipment for your level.
• Maintain a safe facility and equipment associated with activity.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, school administration, staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Maintain good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, and local youth programs.
• Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Work with student athletes of varying abilities, socio‑economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Think on your feet and handle stressful situations.
• Model and instill the values of sportsmanship and fair play for all participants.
• Stay abreast of students’ athletic and academic eligibility and collaborate with teachers and administration to keep academics the priority.
• Take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Plan, organize, and implement safe and effective daily practices and other planned events.
• Supervise all students under your care before, during, and after practices and contests.
• Enforce student discipline in accordance with the U-46 Athletic Code of Conduct and U‑46 Student Code of Conduct.
• Collaborate with the head coach on all fundraising activities and maintain accurate records of monies collected and deposited in compliance with district policy and procedures.
• Provide end‑of‑season individual and team records and statistics to the head coach.
• Contribute to the long‑term success and viability of the program by establishing positive relationships with local athletics organizations and K‑8 sports programs.
• Attend freshman orientation and incoming 8th grade night, as applicable.
• Engage in personal professional development activities.
• Perform other duties/events as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

• Certification with the American Sport Education Program and/or a valid Illinois teaching certificate.
• Pass IHSA required tests and view videos.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

• Demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
• Have a proven record of emphasizing sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitudes, and character.
• Be knowledgeable in the techniques and strategies for the sport/activity.
• Handle and react professionally to stressful situations.
• Have background/experience in coaching.

• Stand for long periods of time; may involve walking or standing for extended periods.
• Perceive sound, near and far vision, depth perception, provide oral information, and have manual dexterity to operate sports‑related equipment and…