Coach Head JV Boys Golf

Caledonia Community School District•Caledonia, MI

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Varsity Boys Golf Coach performs coaching functions for the designated sport under the general supervision of the Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic Director. The coach develops individual and team proficiency by teaching sport skills, physical conditioning, safety, injury prevention and management, game rules and strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The position is a renewable contract at the Athletic Director’s discretion and may be extended or not renewed after each season. The coach supports athletic program operations, including scheduling, transportation, practices and events, equipment management, athlete academic eligibility, communication with families, and coordination with school staff and athletic organizations. The coach also advises and coordinates assistant coaches and student assistants, maintains records and reports, and complies with district and state requirements. The role requires a high school diploma or GED. Additional coursework or a bachelor’s degree in education is preferred. Successful high school coaching or college coaching/playing experience is essential; head varsity coaching experience is highly desirable. CPR/First Aid certification is desirable. The employee must pass a criminal background investigation and remain free from alcohol or non-prescribed controlled-substance abuse in the workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful coaching experience at the high school level or college coaching/playing experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the designated sport.
Ability to advise, coordinate, and support assistant coaches and student assistants.
Must pass a criminal background investigation.
Must remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled-substance abuse in the workplace throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework or a bachelor’s degree in education.
Head varsity coaching experience.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Train athletes in the rules and skills of the sport, physical conditioning, injury prevention, and skill development through drills and individual coaching.
Assist the Head Athletic Coach with scheduling and transportation to tournaments and special sporting events as required.
Prepare for scheduled sporting events and practices and adhere to facility schedules.
Maintain correspondence with players and parents to address team-related issues or concerns.
Work with the Athletic Director, counselors, and Athletic Office to ensure athletes are academically eligible.
Monitor athletes’ class attendance, behavior, and academic progress, and work with teachers to encourage academic growth.
Attend practices and games as directed by the head athletic coach.
Monitor athletic equipment inventory, including usage, storage, repair, and cleaning of equipment and uniforms.
Review publications and attend clinics to stay current with ideas and techniques in the sport.
Maintain discipline and promote morale and cooperation within the school sports program.
Participate in MHSAA and coordinate participation and practice schedules with local athletic teams as needed.
Provide documentation to the Athletic Director for state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility.
Inform parents and student-athletes about NCAA clearinghouse registration deadlines and academic requirements.
Assist the Athletic Director with game and practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and program budgeting.
Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Provide game results to the media; maintain season and game-by-game statistics and records; and provide statistical reports to the Athletic Director as needed or requested.
Provide statistical information and video to college recruiters upon request.
Request varsity awards and present them at the awards banquet.
Stay informed about students’ academic eligibility and work with teachers and administrators to help students remain eligible.
Assist the Athletic Director in selecting assistant coaches and advise, coordinate, and support assistant coaches and student assistants.
Apply discipline positively, firmly, and consistently in accordance with district policy.
Perform other assignments as assigned by the Athletic Director/Assistant Athletic Director.
Pass a criminal background investigation and remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled-substance abuse in the workplace.