Assistant Cheer Coach

Forest Grove Sd 15•Forest Grove, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach supports the Forest Grove School District's athletic objectives and policies for interscholastic athletics. The District views extracurricular activities as an integral part of school life, encouraging student participation for physical, intellectual, and social growth. Coaches are responsible for organizing and conducting athletic programs to meet the needs of the school district and its participants.

Requirements

Experience in and/or knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision.
Ability and willingness to successfully communicate with student/athletes, parents, assistant coaches, and other school staff in both verbal and written forms.
Ability to perform coaching responsibilities in accordance with school and District procedures and policies.
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or District patrons.
The ability to work harmoniously with others.
Successful completion of background check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Current CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.
Current Concussion Management and updates on all other OSAA requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform delegated duties assigned by the head coach.
Be knowledgeable of and implement the planned system and style of play as established by the head coach.
Enforce all athletic regulations and take initiative in making proposals for improvement in the program through the head coach to the athletic director and principal.
Attend meetings and professional developments organized and conducted by the high school head coach, athletic director, or principal.
Demonstrate proper active supervision during all scheduled activities or student/athletes including, but not limited to, game, practice, locker room, and transportation.
Maintain a thorough knowledge of skill development, training techniques, fundamentals, game strategy, and the rules of the sport.
Be responsible for the care, distribution, and collection of District equipment and supplies.
Communicate with athletes in a manner that models respect. Refrain from using profanity or derogatory language at participants, officials, parents or others associated with the program.
Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students, athletes, parents, and staff throughout the program and school.
Cooperate with other school-sponsored sports by encouraging athletes to play more than one sport.
Practice professional conduct during events and practices.
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
Handle program finances that align with the current District practice.
Report any conduct that violates the physical, mental or emotional safety of anyone involved in the program within 24 hours to the Athletic Director.