Coach - Asst Boys' Track Coach - JHHS - 8630

Hardin County School District•Elizabethtown, KY

About The Position

This is an extracurricular coaching position assisting coaches in secondary school athletic programs. The position pays an annual stipend at 50% of the stipend. The assistant coach supports the head coach with planning and conducting the athletic program, practices, and student-athlete instruction, while promoting sportsmanship, safety, and student well-being.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate as required by Kentucky law, and 64 semester hours, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of a criminal record check.
Completion of AIDS awareness training.
Current certification in first aid and CPR.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of various sports.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Ability to assist coaches in one or more sports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist in promoting sports in the school and community.
Assist the head coach in planning the athletic program.
Assist the head coach in organizing and supervising practices.
Assist the head coach in teaching individual fundamental skills, team plans, team strategy, and the rules and regulations of the game.
Assist the head coach in teaching good sportsmanship and self-control.
Assist in checking participant eligibility, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
Provide students with a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
Conduct learning experiences with small groups of student athletes under the direction of the coaches.
Recommend purchases of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate for student athletes’ health, safety, and welfare.
Perform related duties as assigned.