Assistant Coach - Girls Track

Illinois School District U-46•South Elgin, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with organizing the girls track program, conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques. The coach oversees assigned program levels or areas, supports student safety and eligibility, coordinates with the head coach on schedules and program needs, supervises athletes, and contributes to the success of the athletic program. Employment terms follow the IHSA-approved athletic calendar and school district policy. The position is reviewed annually by the Athletic Director and Head Program Coach. ETA coaches may be renewed without reapplying if satisfactory status is maintained; non-ETA coaches are hired for one year and must reapply annually.

Requirements

Proper certification through the American Sport Education Program and/or a valid Illinois teaching certificate.
Pass IHSA-required tests and view required videos.
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
A verifiable record of emphasizing sportsmanship, academic excellence, positive attitudes, and character.
Knowledge of techniques and strategies for the sport/activity.
Ability to handle and react professionally to stressful situations.
Background or experience in coaching.
Ability to stand for long periods and possibly walk or stand for extended periods.
Ability to perceive sound, use near and far vision and depth perception, provide oral information, and use manual dexterity to operate sports-related equipment and handle materials or objects.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions, including extreme outdoor heat.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Organize and oversee assigned program levels or areas of responsibility within the head coach's organizational structure.
Work with the head coach and athletic secretary to verify participant registration and eligibility.
Assist the head coach with game and practice schedules, facility use, transportation needs, and program budgeting.
Plan practice sessions and competition strategies with the head coach, prioritizing participants' health and physical well-being.
Attend pre-season parent meetings to review academic eligibility, athletic codes and team rules, injury prevention, and risks of the sport.
Coordinate practice and competition schedules with the head coach during off-season, summer, and in-season periods.
Manage the assigned level's inventory and the selection and care of equipment; maintain safe facilities and equipment.
Communicate effectively with athletes, school administration, staff, students, parents, and the community, and maintain positive public relations with media, boosters, officials, players, fans, and local youth programs.
Build cooperative relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
Work effectively with athletes of varying abilities and backgrounds, fostering commitment, discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play.
Monitor students' athletic and academic eligibility and work with teachers and administration to keep academics a priority.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
Plan and implement safe, effective daily practices and other planned events.
Supervise students under the coach's care before, during, and after practices and contests.
Apply and 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 fundraising and maintain accurate records of collected and deposited funds in compliance with district policy and procedures.
Provide the head coach with end-of-season individual and team records and statistics.
Build positive relationships with local athletic organizations and K-8 sports programs to support the program's long-term success.
Attend Freshman Orientation and incoming 8th Grade Night, as applicable.
Engage in personal professional development activities.
Perform other duties or attend events as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.