Head Coach - Nordic Skiing

Newton Public Schools • Newton, MA

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About The Position

The Head Coach - Nordic Skiing instructs student athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training to support individual and team success. The role also provides instruction that promotes moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, sportsmanship, and service to others. The coach is responsible for organizing and supervising all levels of the sport program, developing practices and game responsibilities, supporting student athletes’ college advancement, and ensuring student safety and compliance with applicable school and athletic policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• CPR certification.
• Previous successful coaching experience.
• Ability to organize and supervise all levels of a sport program.
• Commitment to professional growth.
• Ability to accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate a computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Sufficient mobility to navigate school buildings, practice facilities, and the weight room.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Comply with school and MIAA policies and regulations.
• Comply with school and Conference/League policies and regulations.
• Work cooperatively with school staff and relate positively to parents and other community representatives.
• Complete required records and reports promptly and accurately.
• Ensure care of equipment and facilities and maintain and inventory equipment and supplies.
• Provide a safe environment for student athletes.
• Model positive behaviors, particularly in relation to sportsmanship and alcohol, tobacco, and drug rules.
• Delegate staff assignments to assistant coaches.
• Develop and organize the practice program.
• Evaluate assistant coaches and playing personnel.
• Plan and develop game responsibilities.
• Conduct and analyze scouting reports.
• Assist student athletes in college advancement.
• Act as liaison between the athletic program and staff, administration, the general public, and local news media.
• Maintain consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance for student supervision and instruction.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager