Head Football Coach/Boys Athletic Coordinator

Waxahachie ISD•Waxahachie, TX

About The Position

The High School Athletic Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the district’s athletic programs and philosophies, as well as for coordinating the program in the high school and middle schools. The boys’ campus athletic coordinator will also assume the responsibilities of the head football coach. The salary for this position is as negotiated by the Superintendent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with physical education endorsement preferred
Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (optional)
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Possess a thorough knowledge of all UIL rules and regulations.
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical, if bus driving duties are required.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Five years of successful teaching and coaching experience

Responsibilities

Coordinate and administer the campus athletic program in accordance with Waxahachie ISD athletic objectives and policy.
Consult with the Athletic Director, Business, and High School Sports in the assignments of campus athletic staff.
Make boys' high school coaching assignments with the approval of the principal and Athletic Director.
Coordinate all campus-level athletic schedules.
Maintain a complete and accurate high school athletic equipment inventory.
Submit any and all necessary requests as per the WISD athletic administration.
Monitor the boy’s middle school implementation of philosophies, schemes, strategies, techniques, skills, offenses, and defenses as stressed by the high school head coach.
Manage any and all boys’ campus-based athletic booster club functions.
Supervise the performance of all campus-based programs.
Manage the campus athletic facilities through the Athletic Director, Director of Facilities, Operations, and Middle School Sports.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
Understand and effectively communicate the process of all areas of the National Clearinghouse as defined by the NCAA to athletes and parents as it pertains to all types of grant-in-aid programs.
Assist all other coaches in the planning and management of their programs as needed.
Assist with the management of all UIL competitive activities that occur at the home campus, as well as additional tournaments/meets held within the district.
Develop a program to ensure that all phases of UIL compliance are adequately addressed each year with athletes, staff, parents, faculty, and the community.
Complete an annual evaluation of all boys’ head coaches assigned to that campus's sports programs.
Assist the department of athletics with annual reviews and recommendations of all related boys’ sports interscholastic competitive programs provided by the district.
Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Work with other members of the school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Work with the athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the coaching program and make changes based on findings.
Accompany and supervise student athletes during specific athletic competitions in assigned sports for out-of-town trips.
Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook.
Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Initiate and approve purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
Assign and oversee the completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.