2026-27 Assistant Competitive Dance Coach (open until filled)

Harrisburg SchoolDistrict•Harrisburg, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This seasonal position assists the Head Coach in providing direction for student athletes within the competitive dance program. Key responsibilities include coaching junior varsity and/or freshman squads, guiding Middle School coaches and programs, and assisting with athlete participation decisions during practices and games. The role also involves operating within District, Conference, and SDHSAA policies, supervising students during various activities and travel, providing first aid when necessary, and managing equipment issuance, care, maintenance, and inventory.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Eye-hand, mind-eye coordination, physical dexterity, the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk, and sit.
Successful completion of 1) Fundamentals of Coaching 2) First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches and 3) Concussion in Sport: What you Need to Know all of which are through the NFHSLearn.com website as required by the South Dakota High School Activities Association.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Education.
One year of previous coaching experience.

Responsibilities

Assists the Head Coach in providing direction for student athletes.
Coaches the junior varsity and/or freshman squads.
Provides guidance to Middle School coaches and programs feeding into High School.
Assists Head Coach in determining athlete participation during practice and games to include squad level and playing time.
Operates within District, Conference, and SDHSAA policies.
Supervises students while in locker rooms, play areas, and remains with students while traveling.
Provides first aid when necessary.
Assists in issuing equipment, caring for and maintaining it, and inventorying it at end of season.
Cares for and maintains equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.