HS Head Bowling Coach - Washington

KCK•Kansas City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is seeking a Head Bowling Coach for Washington High School. KCKPS is a large, nationally recognized urban school district serving approximately 20,000 students with a diverse linguistic background. The district employs over 4,000 individuals, including more than 1,800 teachers. The Head Coach is responsible for all aspects of the sport, ensuring all duties are performed correctly and on schedule, with the ability to assign particular tasks to assistant coaches.

Requirements

Certified teacher or qualify for Rule 10 certification through the Kansas State High School Activities Association.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Current certification in CPR and AED.

Responsibilities

Enforce all rules of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA).
Supervise student athletes during all facets of participation, including competition travel, meetings, and practices, to ensure a safe environment with minimal risk of injury and adherence to district mission and policies.
Maintain a variety of records, including pre-participation physical exams, concussion forms, insurance waivers, medical releases, activity consent forms, tryout/participation agreements, emergency contacts, schedules, equipment inventory, game/student athlete statistics, and accurate squad rosters, to comply with district, athletic conference, state, and KSHSAA requirements.
Verify that all necessary forms and certifications are completed before a candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice.
Ensure all transfer students meet KSHSAA eligibility requirements prior to participation.
Ensure all participating students have purchased the required activity ticket.
Implement and manage practice and other schedules, including facility and equipment usage and staff assignments, adhering to all school and district policies for scheduling facilities.
Submit practice schedules to administration and office staff for efficient program operation.
Supervise practice sessions and maintain locker room security.
Report all participant injuries to proper school officials according to the coach's handbook and Board of Education policy.
Support and follow the recommendations of athletic trainers regarding student safety, injury, and participation.
Support and conform to established decisions and policy decisions of the school and USD 500.
Organize a system for uniform and equipment checkout, maintain an accurate inventory of all equipment, enforce rules regarding equipment care, and ensure student accountability at the conclusion of each season.
Inform administration of equipment needs to maintain safety and performance.
Maintain records of evaluation procedures and assess student athletes for feedback on performance and team placement.
Conduct and attend supporting activities such as league meetings, coaches meetings, parent orientations, recognition events, and banquets.
Develop team and individual practice regimes focusing on strength, speed, agility, nutrition, and injury prevention to enhance performance.
Evaluate facilities and playing fields for hazards and inadequate equipment, and assist in making modifications or recommendations to reduce injury risk.
Oversee coaching personnel and student managers, providing direction and monitoring activities.
Guide coaching personnel in instructional techniques, practice organization, and supervision responsibilities.
Assign duties to coaching personnel and prepare written evaluations for each coach at the end of the season.
Advise coaching personnel, parents, and athletes on expectations of good sportsmanship and the importance of KSHSAA Rule 52.
Monitor student athlete academic eligibility in compliance with KSHSAA and USD 500 policies.
Provide appropriate intervention, such as counseling or tutoring, to students needing assistance to maintain academic eligibility.
Report all team scores to appropriate media outlets and prepare other public information releases as needed (High School Only).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Athletic Director.