Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Girls Lacrosse Coach provides coaching, athlete development, and supervision for the athletic program at Air Academy High School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on District approval of the related athletic event during the school year. The coach supports athlete and team growth, communicates program expectations, develops practices and competition strategies, supervises athletes and facilities, and maintains equipment and required program records. The role includes regular communication with the Athletic Director, stakeholders, parents, and athletic trainers, as well as attention to athlete injuries and medical clearance. The position requires scheduled school/work hours and may require extended hours or days as directed. The work takes place primarily independently and with others in a professional school environment, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally; noise levels may range from quiet to loud.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program).
CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association).
NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools).
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions, including students, parents, staff, supervisors, administrators, and the public.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and demonstrate organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively, solve problems, and contribute to a team setting.
Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands and to follow instructions.
Ability to interact with the public courteously and professionally.
Commitment to student education as a primary responsibility; student-centered and relationship-focused approach.
Demonstrated professional qualities including reliability, respect, integrity, patience, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
Detail-oriented, energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible; promotes a positive climate, culture, and community.

Nice To Haves

Colorado Department of Education Initial Teacher License.
Colorado Department of Education Professional Teacher License.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.
Meet established performance standards, seek feedback, and pursue professional growth and learning.
Communicate and reinforce high expectations for athlete behavior, and communicate regularly with the Athletic Director.
Meet fiscal-management responsibilities in a timely manner.
Apply knowledge of lacrosse, sport policies and rules, game management strategies, and governing-body regulations.
Lead athletes with fair, patient, tolerant, and understanding behavior that supports a positive environment.
Communicate professionally and consistently with stakeholders using timely verbal and written communication.
Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and foster individual and team growth.
Create a competitive environment in which athletes can experience individual and team success, and apply strategies and tactics to improve performance in competition.
Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
Establish and use clear, consistent, and proactive communication procedures.
Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with athletic trainers and parents, and ensure athletes are medically released before returning to play.
Plan character development for athletes on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
Prepare detailed practice plans that advance individual skills and strategy development.
Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by deadlines.
Supervise facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions.
Assist students in assigned areas and follow oral and written instructions.
Maintain confidentiality and understand data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Work assigned days, hours, locations, and duties as directed by the supervisor.