Football-Volunteer Coach SY26/27

Cloverleaf Local School District•Lodi, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, volunteer coaching position for the Football team for the SY26/27 school year. The coach will report to the Athletic Director, principal, and local superintendent. The role involves assisting the head coach in developing players for the varsity team, implementing the program and recommendations established by the head coach, and ensuring the safety and conduct of players. The coach will also be responsible for administrative tasks related to player information, equipment, and reporting game results. This position requires a commitment to the team's success and the development of young athletes.

Requirements

Coaching and administrative abilities
Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification
Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes
Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries
Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program
Skill in oral presentations
Able to get along with other coaches
Desire to invest time during season
Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
Ability to diagnose player deficiencies/prescribe corrective activities
Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned

Nice To Haves

State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate

Responsibilities

Assist in developing players for the varsity team with direction from the head coach.
Carry out the program and recommendations established by the head coach.
Assist head coach in collection of appropriate physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms and code of conduct for all players.
Use the offensive and defensive philosophy as provided by the head coach.
Carry required emergency forms for all players, scorekeepers and managers for all practices and games.
Assist the head coach in the distribution and collection of all equipment.
Replace the head coach in emergency situations.
Conduct himself/herself on the field at all times in such a manner that he/she will not insult players, officials or spectators.
Do not argue a judgment call by the officials.
Know the rules.
Be responsible for the conduct of your players.
Teach by example.
Encourage positive fan involvement.
Report all games to the news media and the athletic director.
Be willing to attend clinics with head coach.
Assist head coach with off-season coverage, attend staff meetings and assist head coach with scouting and other responsibilities that are delegated by head coach.
Organize and conduct practices as needed.
Be loyal to the head coach and the program at all times.
Supervise all team members before, during and after practice and games.
Assist as needed in planning schedules, transportation, officials and setting up for home games.
Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce chance of injury.
Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
Be responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.
Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
Conduct other coaching duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal as permitted by the negotiated agreement.