25-26 Volunteer Coach-Park Place Middle School #1436

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

About The Position

To provide assistance to the head coach. To plan, organize and implement the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules and proper condition in the assigned sport, designed to meet the needs and interest of student athletes. To provide effective leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment and will stress the importance of academic achievement as well as competitiveness. To demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, human relations and be a positive role model for all students. Applicants are encouraged to review Board Policy and Procedures 4295 to understand the District’s philosophy and direction for its interscholastic activities. Candidates for coaching positions are screened and interviewed by the high school assistant principal in charge of athletics and/or principal. To apply for a coaching job, candidates submit a completed application and a letter of interest to the Personnel Department.

Requirements

Valid First Aid/CPR card prior to assuming any coaching responsibilities
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
Rules and regulations governing the sport including WIAA guidelines
Current educational research and issues related to student athletes
Effective coaching techniques for developing student athletes
Ability to perceive the nature of sound; near/far visual acuity, depth perception
Ability to communicate orally; manual dexterity to operate office machines, gross and fine motor skills
Exert 10 to 20 pounds of force on a frequent basis
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Nice To Haves

Previous coaching experience in the assigned sport and at the same level
Previous teaching experience at the same level as the assigned sport

Responsibilities

Teaching sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one's team
Supporting and enforcing the District’s rules/regulations and code of conduct for athletes
Maintaining communications with the head coach including attending required coaches’ meeting
Complying with Monroe High School rules, District policies, and WIAA League requirements
Assisting the head coach as directed
Attending all team meetings, practices and competitions as assigned
Supervising and conducting practices and contests safely; supervising locker rooms and buses
Managing uniforms, equipment and school facilities in a responsible manner
Assisting with press box duties and side line activities
Ensuring the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards at all times
Monitoring athletes' school attendance, grades and personal conduct
Instructing athletes in safety procedures and the need to report injuries immediately to the coach
Teaching sports techniques, rules, strategies and playing tactics
Attending clinics/workshops related to the sport
Conditioning athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility
Responding to player injuries with approved first aid techniques and referral to team trainer
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information
Maintain regular punctual attendance