REPORTS TO:                                      Head Coach, Director of District MSHSAA Activities, and Building Administrator

CLASSIFICATION:                              Certified or Classified dependent upon qualifications of the person holding this position

FLSA STATUS:                                    Exempt or Non-Exempt dependent upon qualifications of the person holding this position

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:              Salary and work year as reviewed and established annually by the Board of Education

EVALUATION:                                      Performance of this position will be evaluated regularly in accordance with the Board’s policy on the evaluation of coaching staff.

JOB SUMMARY

To carry out the Philosophy of the Athletic Program and the Athletic Commitment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

NOTE:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Learns and adheres to the coaching philosophy and program of the head coach.
2. Carries out the responsibilities of the head coach.
3. Assists in explaining and distributing literature to all athletes concerning the Athletic Code of Ethics and the protecting of student eligibility.
4. Teaches athletes the fundamental skills, theory, and strategy of the sport.
5. Teaches the athletes the value of good conduct, sportsmanship, and good citizenship.
6. Provides supervision of athletes at all times and apply discipline in a firm productive manner.
7. Teaches and emphasizes safe procedures to the athletes.

EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES

1. Assists in the responsibility for care of equipment and facilities being used.
2. Assists in the issuance, return, and maintenance of equipment.
3. Assists in ensuring that all equipment is cleaned, repaired, and stored properly at the end of the season.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

1. Enforces the district athletic philosophy, regulations, and policies.
2. Assists head coach to register and maintain records on all athletes.
3. Assists head coach in assuring that a copy of the student’s physical is current and in your possession before allowing them to participate.
4. Assists head coach in assuring that a copy of the student’s commitment form is on file in the athletic office before allowing them to compete.
5. Assists in providing information on game times, bus schedules, and practice times to parents and athletes.
6. Conducts self as a personal example of positive demeanor for the athletes and represents the school in a favorable manner.
7. Works cooperatively with the head coach and administrators on all endeavors related to assigned sport.
8. Performs scouting duties for the varsity team per the head coach’s request.
9. Has knowledge and keeps current on rules and regulations regarding assigned sport and in accordance with MSHSAA.
10. Keep abreast of new knowledge and innovative ideas and techniques by attending clinics, workshops, or other methods.