Athletic Coach

Lexington Public Schools•Lexington, MA

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About The Position

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction and instruction to student athletes so that they can achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

Requirements

Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.

Responsibilities

Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes.
Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Ensures that all coaches work together toward a common goal and provide unity with a structured feeder system.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Work with the Athletic Director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with the student handbook.
Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, teachers and the Athletic Director.
Annually establish and meet performance goals.
Other duties as assigned.