Varsity Boys Tennis Head Coach - HHS

Harrisonburg City Public Schools•Harrisonburg, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Head Coach for Varsity Boys Tennis at Harrisonburg High School. The role involves planning, directing, and leading an education-based athletic program focused on developing athletes with empathy and integrity. The coach will work with students/athletes to positively impact their physical, social, and emotional well-being, adhering to the athletic department's philosophy and the rules of the school, conference, and State High School League.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet the coaching requirements of the State High School League and/or the State Department of Education (VHSL Coaches Education, CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Recognition).
Maintain certification in CPR and First Aid.
Other qualifications as required by HCPS, HHS, or VHSL.
Ability to interpret a variety of information furnished in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form.
Ability to identify and define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Nice To Haves

Valid Virginia Teaching Certificate
Current district staff member
Previous experience in sport as participant and/or coach
Experience coaching in an Education Based athletic program
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

Learn and adhere to the coaching philosophy and program of the head coach.
Accept and implement the co-curricular philosophy of High School.
Follow the rules and regulations of the school, the conference, and the State High School League.
Attend the rules interpretation meeting held by the State High School League.
Assist in developing continuity between community and school programs.
Provide leadership in his or her program for all levels (9th, 10th, JV and Varsity) of the sport.
Only allow athletes certified by the Activities Office to participate.
Maintain appropriate supervision of his/her program at all times (locker rooms, practices, events, bus rides, etc.).
Supervise any and all space used by athletes while they are present.
Assure that the squad at all times will reflect proper attitude and conduct at home or away.
Encourage young men and women to participate in sports and other co-curricular activities other than his/her own but does not attempt to influence the specific sport or activity.
Represent the school in a professional manner in demeanor, language, and conduct.
Teach and emphasize safe procedures to athletes.
Conduct out-of-season training as needed.
Attend athletic awards programs.
All other duties as assigned by the DSA.
Regularly inspect equipment and facilities to ensure the safety of each student athlete.
Assist in the responsibility for care of equipment and facilities being used.
Assist in the issuance, return, and maintenance of equipment.
Assist in ensuring that all equipment is cleaned, repaired, and stored properly at the end of the season.
Make recommendations to the DSA regarding needed equipment or repairs to the facility.
Assist the DSA and principal in the hiring and retention of assistant coaches.
Assist students in communication with prospective college coaches and provide letters of recommendation as requested.
Direct, supervise, and evaluate regularly the performance of all assistant coaches of the respective sport.
Enforce all building and district regulations and policies.
Keep current on rules and regulations regarding your sport and in accordance with VHSL, HCPS, and HHS.
Keep abreast of new knowledge and innovative ideas and techniques by attending clinics, workshops, or other methods.
Register and maintain records on all athletes.
Assure possession of a copy of each student’s current physical before allowing the student to participate.
Assure that a copy of the student’s commitment form is on file in the athletic office before allowing the student to compete.
Provide information on game times, bus schedules, and practice times to parents and athletes.
Conduct self as a personal example of positive demeanor for the athletes and represent the school in a favorable manner.
Responsible for reporting scores and disseminating team information publicly.
Delegate responsibilities to the assistant coaches as appropriate.
Organize and participate in an end-of-season information and evaluation sessions with all assistant coaches.
Work cooperatively with the DSA and principal on all endeavors related to assigned sport.
Participate in pre and post-season meetings with the DSA.
Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
Promote a harassment-free environment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
Learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software.
Learn and upgrade job skills in order to meet changing demands of the position.
Navigate the VHSL website for clinic dates, schedules, and official ratings.
React well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
Work independently with minimum supervision.
Use independent judgment and demonstrate initiative to act without being asked.