HS Junior Varsity Head Coach

University Prep Schools•Detroit, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in athletics. The role involves conferring regularly with School Operations Managers, School Principal or their designees regarding matters related to student attendance and welfare. Essential functions include communicating with parents, students, staff, etc. in person, by telephone or letter for the purpose of providing information on a variety of attendance issues and meeting district and state absence notification requirements. The position also entails maintaining a variety of attendance records, schedules, and files (manual and computer) for the purpose of providing reliable information in compliance with district policies. Preparing a variety of reports and written materials, processing documents and materials, and responding to inquiries from a variety of individuals are also key responsibilities. Additionally, the role involves recommending pupil referrals to the school principal or designee for various agencies and institutions, assisting with coordinating and referring to the School Attendance Review Board, participating in in-service training, and enforcing the district’s rules and regulations related to school attendance.

Requirements

Associate's degree required
Experience working with children in an educational setting
Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community
Working with district/state/federal laws and regulations relating to child welfare and attendance
Knowledge of youth programs, school and community activities
Computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
Knowledge of office procedures, fax, printer, computer and copier
Interpersonal, Oral and written communication skills
Ability to work well with the community at large, including parents and students
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary
Ability to problem solve
Ability to effectively organize, manage, and direct the work of others; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Demonstrates U Preps Core Values: We work well by ourselves and teams, We care about people, Our actions have a purpose, We think big and do, Learning is exciting

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Coaching and providing direction to student athletes to achieve a high level of skill and an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Conferring regularly with School Operations Managers, School Principal or their designees regarding student attendance and welfare.
Communicating with parents, students, and staff regarding attendance issues and meeting district and state absence notification requirements.
Maintaining attendance records, schedules, and files.
Preparing reports and written materials related to school and/or district activities and procedures.
Processing documents and materials related to attendance, student placement, and disciplinary actions.
Responding to inquiries from staff, parents, probation officers, other schools, and students.
Recommending pupil referrals to appropriate agencies and institutions.
Assisting with coordinating and referring to the School Attendance Review Board.
Participating in in-service training on student attendance and welfare.
Enforcing district rules and regulations related to school attendance.