Assistant Football Coaches (2 openings) - Middle School

Walla Walla Public Schools•Walla Walla, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Football Coach will assist in directing the football program at the middle school level. Pioneer and Garrison Middle School combine for both 7th and 8th grade football. The role involves implementing teaching and coaching philosophies consistent with the Walla Walla School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) mission statements. The coach will instruct participants in individual, group, and team techniques, tactics, and physical training necessary for success. A key aspect is communicating a philosophy that emphasizes ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship. The coach will utilize effective techniques for skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations, and develop and promote high-level performance expectations. Support and implementation of the established off-season strength, conditioning, and skills development program are also required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Verified coaching techniques in the area of scope and sequence of skill development, safety, teamwork, strategy, interpersonal relations, routine training, practice and game organization.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, coaches, administrators, staff, and community; effective public relations skills.
Evidence of short and long-term organization and management skills.
Evidence of being a positive role model.
Clearly-defined philosophy for the coaching level applied for.
Professional integrity, vigor, flexibility, enthusiasm.
WIAA certification and compliance with WIAA and district rules and regulations.
Must meet the age requirements of WIAA applicable to this position.
Continuous training standard requires that during any three-year period of coaching a minimum of 5 coaches education hours shall be completed by all middle school coaches.
Possess current First Aid/CPR cards and be versed in related preventative health and training standards.
Meet and maintain coaching standards as determined by the District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
Completed Employment Application/Background Check.
Resume of education, experience and references to include three current recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Teaching certificate and experience preferred.
Successful experience in teaching technical skills specific to this coaching position.

Responsibilities

Implement teaching and coaching philosophies consistent with the Walla Walla School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) mission statements.
Instruct participants in individual, group and team techniques, tactics and physical training necessary for the realization of success.
Communicate a clearly defined philosophy which emphasizes ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship with students, parents, staff, and community members.
Utilize effective coaching techniques for skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations.
Develop and promote high level performance expectations for all players and coaches.
Support and help implement the established off-season strength, conditioning and skills development program.