Coach - Heritage Academy Laveen

Heritage Academy•Laveen, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction/supervision of the Athletic Director and Principal, assumes responsibility for planning and administering specified sports programs and related activities including coaching an athletic team and performing other duties directly related to this position description.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
NFHS and Concussion certified required
Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities
Possesses knowledge of effective behavior management methods
Ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment
Professional and friendly disposition
Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512
Must be available to accompany team to sporting events.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-2 years of experience as a working as athletic coach in an academic setting is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide coordination and supervision of the sports program and team.
Help students achieve gains in athletic skill and team performance.
Designs a training program and game program.
Organizes and supervises the coaching staff to assure that the program is properly implemented
Develops team rules, communicating them to the players and their parents, and equitably enforce them.
Ensures that student athletes meet eligibility rules.
Ensure that student athletes adhere to training rules, lettering policies, grade requirements, and rules of behavior.
Ensure the continual supervision of student athletes on the field, in conditioning, and in locker and shower rooms.
Ensure that health and safety precautions are observed during all activities.
Immediately report all major injuries incurred during practice sessions or competition to the Athletic Director and Principal.
Assist in the proper purchasing, inventory, and care of equipment.
See that district policies are observed during all activities.
Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
Obtain advance approval of the Athletic Director and/or Principal for all activities and expenditures.
Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and/or Principal.