HS Math Teacher and Head Baseball Coach

Little Elm ISD•Little Elm, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide instruction and coach students in grades 9-12 to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sport(s). Contribute to the education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Valid Texas teaching certificate
5 years coaching experience in sport assigned
5 years participant experience in sport assigned
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Must be eligible to obtain a clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Current first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Head coaching experience

Responsibilities

Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, material, and facilities.
Work with the Athletic Director to schedule competitions and plan season activities including practices, special events, and tournaments.
Coordinate with transportation department for travel arrangements to out-of-town events.
Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching staff and make changes based on findings.
Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and regularly—model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance in sport.
Instruct and advise students on National Collegiate Athletic Association (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 Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Promote assigned athletic programs through district approved social media platforms giving school and community members information on program schedule, progress and highlighting individual and team achievements.
Assist in 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.
Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment and maintain a current inventory of all equipment and fixed assets within the program.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Assign and oversee completion of the work of assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.