Assistant Coach FYHS Athletics

Touro University•Skokie, IL

13h

About The Position

To assist the FYHS team head coach in providing a positive, nurturing, growth-oriented experience for every player while teaching skills at a high level and creating a competitive, fun team experience.

Requirements

Experience in coaching and youth athletic development
IHSA Coaching Certifications (can be obtained after starting)
Strong organizational skills
Superior interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize
Ability to problem solve
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
The employee is required to stand; walk; handle athletic equipment.
Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Knowledge of email and communication platforms
Strong sense of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

To serve as a positive role model for all players and assistant coaches, and demonstrate respect for all players, coaches, referees, fans, and FYHS/HTC students, colleagues, and leadership at all times
To ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of all players
To attend all practices and games per schedule established by the Director of Athletics
To support head coach in carrying out his practice plans to ensure that practice time is used efficiently and effectively
To teach overall game understanding and individual skills
To create a positive, supportive, joyful, fun team atmosphere and culture
To help safeguard FYHS/HTC athletic equipment and distribute/gather equipment before and after practices and games (this may utilize player involvement at the coach’s discretion)
To help prepare practice facilities as needed (EG, arrive early to ensure everything is in place as needed and scan for any safety hazards)
To ride the team bus to road games if needed in order to ensure adequate staff supervision on bus
To adhere to the FYHS/HTC Code of Conduct and FYHS Student-Athlete Code of Conduct (“Expectation of Coaches” section) and demonstrate respect for FYHS/HTC religious, cultural, and academic norms and standards at all times (EG, no profanity)
To strictly adhere to FYHS communication policies regarding electronic communication with players, including team chat groups