Athletics Coach - Middle School

KIPP Public Schools Northern California•San Francisco, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP is looking for a dynamic and energetic coach to help lead sports teams at KIPP SF Bay Academy (Middle School). We are looking for someone who is passionate about youth development and building a winning team culture. Coaches at KIPP SF Bay will lead a cohort of students through athletic, social, and academic development in a program that balances practice, games, and homework help each day. Some sports offered at KIPP SF Bay are soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football, and more. There is an opportunity for year round Athletics Coaching, or Seasonal Coaching, depending on the school's needs. KIPP Public Schools Northern California is a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose college, career, and beyond so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.

Requirements

Possesses and maintains a moral character that’s in alignment with the expectations of KIPP Public Schools Northern CA
Possesses all qualifications and criteria established by KIPP Public Schools Northern CA for coaches, supervisors, and directors of student activity programs
Possesses knowledge of the sport(s) assigned, including but not limited to knowledge of rules/regulations, strategy, training and conditioning, practice techniques and the ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities
Possesses ability to communicate effectively with families, students, staff, and other stakeholders
Possesses the ability to address situations dealing with accidents, injuries, blood, bodily fluids, tissue, etc.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience coaching school athletic teams
Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com: Fundamentals of Coaching
Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com: Concussion
Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com: Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com: Heat Illness Prevention
Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com: First Aid (unless already certified or planning to obtain certification through another process)

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise the Athletics Teams from grades 5 through 8
Coordinate and facilitate practices leading up to and during the season
Attend and coach at all games during the season
Communicate with families about practices and games, and send reminders leading up to practices and games
Supervise students at all times, including staying with students at practices and games until all students are picked up
Coordinate the issuance, care, and inventory of equipment, supplies (medical as well as others), and uniforms
Assist the Athletic Director in purchasing equipment, supplies, and uniforms for the particular sport as necessary
Supervise students at all times from the time practice or the activity starts until the designated activity ends
Ensure the proper completion of physical examinations and all forms relating to the examinations and emergency medical authorization before a student participates in any tryout, practice, scrimmage, or game
Submit the Team Roster to the Athletic Director prior to the start of the season
Submit all other forms required by the Athletic Director prior to the start of the season
Update Google Spreadsheets with equipment information of your specific team
Coordinate the distribution, collection, and storage of athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies (during the season and at its conclusion) and the collection of fees for lost equipment and uniforms by athletes
Complete all required NFHS and First Aid/CPR certifications required by the PSAL and CIF
Attend seasonal informational meeting regarding your sport
Enforce all academic requirements set forth by the leagues of participation and by KIPP
Show respect for officials, the press, opposing coaches, visiting teams, parents, fans, students, athletes, fellow coaches, and teachers
Be a leader among young student-athletes as an athletic coach and/or teacher
Be responsible for the security of all facilities used by the team and coaching staff when custodians are not on duty
Report the score to the Athletic Director immediately following any contest via text or email
Perform any other duties or responsibilities related to the coaching position as needed or directed by the Principal and/or Athletic Director
Establish an environment in which athletes can gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image
Demonstrate an interest in the classroom efforts of athletes
Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship
Work with athletes in a fair, understanding, tolerant, sympathetic, and patient manner
Promote school and community interest in the sport by holding a pre-season athlete and family meeting
Promote school and community interest in the sport by maintaining a pleasant, workable relationship with league officials, tournament officials, and news media
Promote school and community interest in the sport by encouraging team members to attend other games, dances, school plays, etc.
Notify all members of the team of all policies, procedures, and training rules as they pertain to the team
Be responsible for the conduct of student-athletes and other involved students at all times (practices, games, other schools, etc.)
Establish winning teams within the bounds of good sportsmanship
Develop teamwork, morale, sportsmanship, courtesy, fair play, academic excellence, and strict adherence to the rules of training and conduct
Promote the attitude among athletes and coaches that winning is important but is secondary to good sportsmanship and the overall welfare of the athlete
Manage and supervise Study Hall & Academic Support
Lead Study Hall & Academic Support ~1 day/week for all student athletes
Supervise to ensure students are completing Homework, Enrichment work, or additional Academic work
Provide support and answer students questions as needed
Collaborate with and communicate academic progress with students, teachers, and families