Head Varsity Football Coach - Osbourn (Athletics) SY 26-27

Manassas City Public Schools•Manassas, VA

About The Position

The head coach will organize, coordinate, and promote a comprehensive program that is designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community. The head coach will stress the importance of academic achievement. In carrying out these duties, the head coach will demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, human relations, and be a positive role model for all students.

Requirements

Knowledge of the sport or activities sponsored, methods, materials, and best practices for successful student participation knowledge of adolescent growth and development
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationship with students, peers, parents and administrators
Excellent oral and written communications
Excellent human relations skills
Three years successful coaching experience is preferred
Playing experience in the sport to be coached is preferred, but not a requirement
Qualified applicants should provide evidence of coaching previous experience
Maintains school division required certifications
Serves as role model
Holds or is eligible for Virginia Teaching Endorsement preferred
3-5 years coaching experience as head coach preferred
3-5 years of previous coaching experience required
Holds or is eligible for First Aid and CPR certification
Complete the State Coaches Education Seminar within three (3) years of

Responsibilities

Complies with the rules and regulations of the Virginia High School League (VHSL) and the regional and division policies
Informs students about the program and encourages their participation
Communicates to all participants and parents the policies of the team, Osbourn High School and School Board relating to school sponsored activities
Works with the Principal to maintain communication and to solve problems at the school level while supporting the ideas of the program/parent concern procedures
Provides positive and appropriate communication and correspondence to players and parents
Submits forms to Director of Athletics and Activities as required by the VHSL, Manassas City School Board, and Osbourn High School (i.e., eligibility roster, players’ addresses, accident reports, )
Ensures that adequate supervision is provided for all students involved in the program
Provides an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship
Plans, organizes, and implements the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning
Ensures safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of adverse environmental conditions
Reports any unsafe conditions to the facilities administrator and completes work orders in a timely manner to correct safety hazards
Informs students of insurance program available through the Manassas City Public Schools
Instructs participants in personal hygiene and safety procedures and the need to report injuries to coach immediately
Ensures the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards at all times
Implements appropriate procedures for handling injury situations
Issues, collects, inventories, and stores equipment in conjunction with the director of student activities for equipment and facilities
Compiles and maintains accurate individual and team performance records
Organizes and coordinates fund raising activities following proper procedures
Prohibits use of steroids or drugs of any kind
Monitors academic performance of athletes and ensure that academic assistance and follow-up is provided for athletes when needed
Monitors academic eligibility of student-athletes and maintains master eligibility check for resident ineligibility, living arrangements that do not involve custodial parent, emergency data cards and other related records
Organizes a preseason parent orientation meeting for all levels to review eligibility, athletic code, team rules, and risk factors for all athletes
Assumes responsibly for distribution, collection, and general upkeep of all uniforms and equipment and providing an end of the season inventory
Submits an annual written report evaluating the program, with recommendations for improvements
Organizes and directs individual and small group practices effectively to maximize the skills of each player
Models good judgment and positive behavior and maintains appropriate professional conduct towards players, other coaches, officials, and spectators
Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, awards night and pep rallies/assemblies
Promotes the athletic program by prompt, accurate reporting of scores to the local media while maintaining a positive relationship with the local media
Collaborates with administration to develop a competitive and challenging schedule
Complies with time constraints for practice and contest schedules, including holidays/Saturdays, as well as off-season schedules
Provides supervision of athletes at all times, before school, after school and in the locker rooms
Collaborates with appropriate staff to prepare budget, prepare required travel
Attends and participates in conferences, clinics, and seminars to broaden knowledge of sport
Demonstrate appropriate conditioning, skill training, and tactical training for successful participation
Monitors academic achievement to support student/athlete in college exposure/recruiting
Supervise sub programs, provide leadership, and communicates program goals with assistant, JV, and Freshman coach
Establishes seasonal objectives, goals, and out of season expectations
Maintains a weekly and monthly practice schedule
Distribute team rosters, contest schedules
Maintain sport specific website in coordination with OHS website
Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal/designee