Ohio Department of Education - Upper Arlington, OH

posted 27 days ago

Upper Arlington, OH

About the position

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in girl's soccer.

Responsibilities

  • Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
  • Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in soccer.
  • Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing player selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team.
  • Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture.
  • Plans and sets-up activities, practices, and games in conjunction with the department of student life.
  • Ensures a certified coach is present at all soccer practices and games.
  • Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules.
  • Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to.
  • Arranges game transportation for athletic participants in conjunction with department of student life.
  • Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus both to and from games.
  • Adheres to all financial policies of the district in regard to the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts.
  • Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies.
  • Works directly with the Director of Student Life in preparing soccer practice and game schedules.
  • Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner.
  • Ensures that proper form(s) (insurance, attendance, medical) are obtained and current.
  • Ensures that all student athletes practicing or playing have been cleared through the Director of Student Life's office.
  • Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.
  • Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away games and ensures appropriate behavior.
  • Checks and secures all office, storage room, outside doors, locker rooms and all lights after the last player leaves after games and practices.
  • Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.
  • Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.
  • Ensures that medical and safety requirements are adhered to.
  • Coordinates with the Press and reports game scores.
  • Follows OHSAA rules and regulations.
  • Follows Ohio Capital Conference rules and regulations.
  • Provides guidance for the youth and middle school girls soccer programs.
  • Assists in the selection and training of Assistant Coaches.
  • Works with Athletic Training when reporting injuries.
  • Reports and secures approval from the district for all adults associated with their sport.
  • Submits athlete rosters to the Director of Student Life three weeks before the first game.
  • Consults with the Director of Student Life regarding any off-season training programs.
  • Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction; including pre-season practice sessions.
  • Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
  • Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries.
  • Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with student, parents, community, staff and the media.
  • Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
  • Attends work regularly and is punctual.

Requirements

  • High school certification and previous interscholastic girl's soccer coaching experience required.
  • Prior successful experience working in a school setting or coaching student-athletes is strongly preferred.
  • Must hold or be willing to obtain certifications: Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Training, First Aid or Sports Injury Prevention Training, CPR/AED, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay's Law), Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.
  • Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on one, small group situations to students and other school staff.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of adolescent students.
  • Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment.

Nice-to-haves

  • Demonstrated ability and experience in creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to successfully coach, lead and/or motivate adolescent students.
  • Possesses a strong understanding of the mental and physical aspects of girls soccer and how to improve both.
  • Demonstrates a deep passion for the sport.
  • Fosters team bonding and creates a positive and inclusive team culture.
  • Actively supports and engages with middle school and youth programs.
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