Assistant Coach, Boys Track and Field

Carmel Catholic High School•Mundelein, IL

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Boys Track and Field assists the Head Coach with the organization, management, operation, development, safety, and leadership of all levels of the athletic program, including students and volunteers. The role requires understanding, adhering to, and enforcing applicable policies, procedures, and best practices established by Carmel Catholic High School, the Archdiocese of Chicago, the IHSA, the State of Illinois, and other associations with which the program is affiliated. This is a part-time, stipend position for one school year, subject to annual review and renewal. The Assistant Coach is hired by the Principal in consultation with the Athletic Director and performs duties delegated by the Head Coach, as well as additional duties assigned by the Athletic Director or Head Coach.

Requirements

Current ASEP, NFHS, State of Illinois teaching, or State of Illinois substitute-teaching certification.
Excellent organizational, management, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead, instruct, and supervise students, assistant coaches, and volunteers.
Knowledge of the athletic activity, including technical skills, competitive strategies, and rules of play.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, delegate effectively, and work to deadlines.
Willingness and ability to work with a diverse student, staff, and community population.
Excellent character and ability to employ sound judgment in decision-making.
Ability to receive and impart detailed information through verbal and written communication.
Ability to work in situations involving people and within set limits, tolerances, and standards.
Moderate to strong physical activity; usually standing and moving, with some lifting potentially required.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods, including in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing fundamental skills, competitive strategies, and rules of play.
Assist with developing strength, conditioning, flexibility, mental health, and recovery practices.
Assist with developing servant leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Communicate regularly with students, families, staff, the Athletic Trainer, and the Athletic Office.
Help enforce team policies fairly and justly.
Assist with regularly evaluating program and team-member performance criteria.
Maintain records, including attendance, statistics, inventory, and schedules.
Assist with scheduling training sessions, practices, competitions, and team transportation.
Help enforce school policies related to eligibility, discipline, safety and security, and transportation.
Distribute, collect, and manage program inventory.
Help maintain the safety, cleanliness, and condition of program inventory and facilities.
Assist with student recognition, including attending the seasonal Awards Night.
Assist with feeder programs in a manner that promotes the school and complies with applicable regulations.
Assist with summer camps in a manner that promotes the school and complies with applicable regulations.
Participate in ongoing staff training and professional development.
Execute duties delegated by the Head Coach.
Help maintain positive relationships with the media, conference and association leadership, and school alumni.
Perform additional duties in service of Carmel Catholic High School as assigned by the Athletic Director or Head Coach.
Attend all practices, competitions, and other events as determined by the Head Coach.