High School JV Assistant Football Coach- AJHS

Apache Junction Unified School District • Apache Junction, AZ

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The JV Assistant Football Coach at Apache Junction High School (AJHS) is responsible for coaching student athletes in their assigned area, organizing and supervising a total sports program, and establishing good rapport with students, employees, and community members. The role requires maintaining high ethical standards, promoting safe practices, and fostering camaraderie among players through team-building activities. The coach will also attend necessary district and AIA meetings and perform other assigned duties. This is a seasonal, non-exempt, at-will position.

Requirements

• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Fundamentals of Coaching" course, or approved equivalent (AIA Rule 17.1)
• Certificate verifying completion of the NFHS online "Concussion in Sports - What You Need to Know" course (AIA Rule 17.1)
• Completion of the NFHS online course "Heat Illness Prevention"
• Current Hands on Certification in CPR and First Aid
• Must possess a valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card with IVP# and background clearance check
• Knowledge of essential skills, techniques, rules and safety concerns for the sport to be coached
• Skill in communicating with all stakeholders
• Knowledge necessary to adhere to rules set out by AIA (www.aiaonline.org) and Apache Junction Unified School District #43

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Arizona Teaching Certificate or team coach with certificated personnel.
• May be required to travel to perform work functions
• Must utilize online platforms required for specific sports like MaxPreps, HUDL, and others

Responsibilities

• Coach student athletes in area of assigned responsibility
• Organize and supervise a total sports program
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, and community members
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
• Promote safe practices to lessen participant injuries
• Establish a sense of comradery among our players through teambuilding, fundraising, service projects, etc.
• Attend any school district and/or AIA meetings as directed by supervising coach or Athletic Director
• Other job related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level