8th Grade Head Football Coach

Burlington Community School District; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Burlington Community School District is seeking a Head Coach to lead athletic activities at Edward Stone Middle School. Responsibilities include instructing athletes in techniques and safety practices, developing practice programs, supervising athletes, and fostering a positive environment that promotes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.

The candidate must obtain coaching authorization within 12 months and communicate effectively with parents and staff. The school district is committed to equal opportunity and actively recruits qualified minority candidates.

Qualifications

• Must obtain coaching authorization within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport.
• Develops and organizes practice program.
• Schedule and conduct practices according to agreed upon schedules.
• Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up.
• Supervise athletes on buses on trips to other schools.
• Promote the entire Burlington Athletics program.
• Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct.
• Foster appreciation of the values of athletics and good sportsmanship.
• Promote a healthy lifestyle to student athletes.
• Assist the athletic director in maintaining eligible player lists.
• Ensure all athletes have submitted all required documentation.
• Communicate with parents regarding team rules and guidelines.
• Know and understand the student-athlete handbook.
• Adhere to all safety laws and district policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Head Coach

Location: Edward Stone Middle School

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes regarding techniques, rules and safety practices of the sport
• Develops and organizes practice program
• Schedule and conduct practices according to agreed upon schedules.
• Supervise athletes from the scheduled beginning of the practice or game until the last athlete is picked up, knowing where all participants are at all times
• Supervise athletes on buses on trips to other schools
• Promote the entire Burlington Athletics program
• Set an example of the highest ethical and moral conduct including respecting and supporting contest officials
• Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community
• Promote a healthy lifestyle to student athletes
• Assist the athletic director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under rules of Burlington High School
• Ensure that all athletes have completed and submitted all required documentation, including the medical insurance coverage form and have undergone and passed any required medical examinations before the regular practice season begins
• Communicate with parents in regard to team rules and athletic department guidelines
• Know and understand the student-athlete handbook
• Adhere to all safety laws and district policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach and the Athletic Director

Qualifications

• Must obtain coaching authorization within 12 months.

Transitional Coaching Authorization Information

Visit http://www.boee.iowa.gov/coaching/transitional.html for information on Transitional Coaching Authorizations

Equal Employment Opportunity

Burlington Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Burlington Community School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Burlington Community School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.