MS Head Volleyball Coach - Sumner Academy (SY 26-27)

KCK•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, a highly-rated high school. The district employs approximately 4,000 employees, including more than 1,800 teachers. The Head Coach is responsible for all levels and all phases of their sport, with particular duties potentially assigned to assistants, but the head coach remains accountable for ensuring tasks are completed correctly and on schedule.

Requirements

Certified teacher or qualify for Rule 10 certification through the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Current certification in CPR and AED.

Responsibilities

Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Supervise student athletes during all facets of participation (competition travel, meetings, practices, etc.) to ensure activities are conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury and align with the USD 500 Board of Education mission and policies.
Maintain a variety of records for compliance with district, athletic conference, state, and KSHSAA requirements (e.g., physical exams, concussion forms, insurance waivers, consent forms, emergency contacts, schedules, equipment inventory, statistics, rosters).
Verify that all required forms are completed before a candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice.
Ensure all transfer students meet KSHSAA eligibility requirements prior to participation.
Ensure all participating students have purchased the required activity ticket.
Implement practice schedules and other schedules (e.g., facility usage, equipment, staff assignments), adhering to school and district policies for scheduling facilities and submitting schedules to administration.
Supervise practice sessions and maintain locker room security.
Report all injuries of participants to proper school officials according to the coach's handbook and Board of Education policy.
Support and follow the recommendations of athletic trainers regarding student safety, injury, and participation.
Support and conform to established decisions and policy decisions of the school and USD 500.
Organize a system for uniform and equipment checkout, maintain an accurate inventory of all equipment, enforce rules regarding equipment care, and ensure student accountability at the season's conclusion.
Inform administration of equipment needs to maintain safety and performance.
Maintain records of evaluation procedures used in selection and assess student athletes for feedback and team placement.
Conduct and attend supporting activities for the assigned sport (league meetings, coaches meetings, parent orientations, recognition events, banquets) to provide program information and recognize participants.
Develop team and individual practice regimes (strength, speed, agility, nutrition, injury prevention) to enhance performance.
Evaluate facilities and playing fields for potential hazards and inadequate equipment, implementing or recommending modifications to reduce injury risk.
Oversee coaching personnel and student managers, providing direction and monitoring activities.
Guide coaching personnel in instructional techniques, practice organization, and supervision responsibilities.
Assign duties to coaching personnel and prepare written evaluations for each coach at the conclusion of the season.
Advise coaching personnel, parents, and athletes on expectations of good sportsmanship and the importance of KSHSAA Rule 52.
Monitor student-athlete academic eligibility to comply with KSHSAA and USD 500 Board of Education policies.
Provide appropriate intervention (counseling, tutoring) to students needing assistance to maintain academic eligibility.
Report all team scores to appropriate media outlets and prepare other public information releases as needed (High School Only).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Athletic Director.