Coach - Head Dance Team

Newberg Sd 29J•Newberg, OR

19h•$4,046 - $4,551•Onsite

About The Position

Manage all aspects of the high school dance team program, including off-season training, tryouts, practice schedules, and routine development. This role involves supervising assistant coaches, communicating with parents, monitoring student-athlete academic progress, and collaborating with other school programs. The coach will also coordinate with local youth programs, engage with local media, build community relationships, and manage the program's budget in conjunction with school administration.

Requirements

NFHS Fundamentals of coaching certification
Appearance and Performance Enhancing Substances Certification
Protecting Students from Abuse Certification
First Aid/CPR certification
Homelessness Education/Service Students Certification
Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
Concussion Management Certification
Heat Acclimation Certification
Sexual Misconduct in Oregon Schools District Certification
Fingerprinting/Criminal Background check
Proof of COVID 19 vaccination
Experience as a head coach at the high school level, or assistant coach at the college or 5A/6A level, or with running a dance team in a studio setting.
Experience participating at the high school and/or college level.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and positive results.
High ethical and professional standards.
The presence to be a role model for high-school student-participants; public face of the program.
A commitment to the importance of academic excellence and achievement for all student - participants in the program.
Demonstrated ability to lead young student-athletes.
The ability to communicate effectively to a variety of stakeholders, including parents/community.
Skill in organization, time management, and public relations.
A comprehensive knowledge of the skill development and coaching techniques needed for the dance.
The skill to teach fundamentals, develop and teach strategy and articulate a program philosophy.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the high school program including off-season program, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
Select and supervise/mentor assistant coaches, if applicable.
Provide regular communication with parents/families.
Regularly track the academic progress of all student athletes in the program and facilitate necessary support systems to ensure their academic eligibility.
Cooperate with other school-sponsored programs.
Develop and implement an off-season program for participants.
Coordinate with the local youth program below the 9th grade level.
Work with local media as needed and establish strong working relationships with community support groups.
Work with the Athletic Direct and Bookkeeper to manage ASB account and budget for the year.