Coach Football 8th Grade

Scottsdale USD 48•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Coach Football 8th Grade position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition, and motivating student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. The coach develops players’ skills and team performance while maintaining appropriate supervision, conduct, and compliance with applicable athletic regulations. Position assignments may vary, and other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).
NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate.
NFHS Concussion in Sports Certificate.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, staff, and the community.
Knowledge of fundamental principles of the sport.
Ability to adhere to administrative policies and program directives.

Nice To Haves

Prior coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate.
Assess players’ skills and assign team positions.
Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time for individual and team development.
Work with the athletics director to schedule facilities for practices and competitions.
Assign duties to an assistant coach as necessary.
Coach and instruct players individually or in groups about the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
Observe players during competition and practice to identify individual or team improvement needs.
Determine game strategy based on the team’s capabilities.
Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and properly supervise athletes.
Monitor team members’ academic performance to ensure eligibility requirements are met and encourage high academic standards.
Follow established procedures when an athlete is injured.
Confer with parents or guardians as necessary regarding their student’s athletic performance.
Follow state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
Model sportsmanlike behavior and maintain appropriate conduct toward players, officials, and spectators.
Represent the team and promote the sport through communication with booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
Follow procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
Work with the athletic director to develop an awards policy and submit a list of award winners at the end of the season.
Participate in special activities, including parents’ night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Maintain eligibility forms, emergency information, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Potentially drive athletes to and from off-campus games using district transportation, including a 14-passenger activity bus, and provide proof of insurance as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.