Assistant Coach

Methodist Children’s Home; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Technology stipend

Agency vehicle for transportation

Job summary

A children's support organization in Waco, Texas is looking for an Assistant Coach to support the athletics program, providing instruction and fostering life skills among student-athletes. The role requires coaching experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain positive relationships. This part-time position offers flexible hours and requires transportation and occasional travel. An excellent driving record and a valid Texas Driver's License are essential to the job.

Qualifications

• Background in coaching basketball or football preferred.
• Experience coaching other high school sports preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching athletic teams as assigned by the Director of Athletics.
• Provide quality instruction in assigned sports.
• Ensure all practices comply with safety guidelines.
• Foster positive relationships between students and staff.

Skills

Athletic coaching

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the Athletics Director in coaching the athletic teams as assigned by the Director of Athletics. This position is also responsible for supporting an athletic program that is consistent with the MCH model of care and providing opportunities for student-athletes to learn athletic skills needed to compete in sports offered as well as life skills that are needed for success in the classroom and in life after graduation. This position involves frequent contact with MCH residents not involved in athletics, direct care staff, teachers, administrative staff, schools, vendors, donors, visitors and other stakeholders. This position requires a thorough understanding of and demonstrated competency in the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) techniques developed by the Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University.

The Assistant Coach must exhibit theintellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth who havebehavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmentaldelays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires respect andcompassionate understanding for the youth in care and the ability to balancethe need for nurture and structure in the work with youth. The AssistantCoachmust have the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with youth andco-workers, effectively communicate with others, solve problems and regulatetheir own behavior in all situations. The AssistantCoach must maintain a healthy value system, including moral and ethicalbehavior consistent with the agency's mission and core values.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide quality instruction in assigned sports.
• Infuse practices and activities with opportunities for student-athletesto learn and practice MCH Life Skills, being a good teammate and goodsportsmanship
• Ensure all practices and activities are operated in compliance with therules and guidelines established to ensure the safety of student-athletes andparticipants.
• Work together with team members to ensure a professional workenvironment and the effective use of TBRI techniques in work withstudent-athletes.
• Assist the Athletics Coordinator and Director of Athletics inimplementing practice plans and successfully running practices.
• Assist the Athletics Coordinator and Director of Athletics insuccessfully and efficiently running game days.
• Maintain compliance with applicable licensing and accreditationstandards.
• Foster positive, interactive, and supportive relationships between thestudents, coaches, direct care staff, and faculty to encourage a community ofenthusiasm and spirit.
• Provide transportation for student-athletes using MCH vehicles to andfrom athletic events.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are clean, properly maintained and usedsafely.
• Work collaboratively in a proactive manner with other departments.
• Ensure all facilities and equipment are clean, organized, andmaintained.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Thisis an hourly part time position that will require a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include work after normaloffice hours, during the weekend or on holidays. You must have a valid driver'slicense and be able to operate and drive company vehicles to transportstudents. Out of town travel and occasional overnight travel are required. MCH provides an agency vehicle for the transportation of residents forall activities and events. A technology stipend is provided to support the communicationrequirements of this position.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE

A Bachelor'sDegree and a background in coaching basketball or football is preferred. Experience in coaching other high schoolsports is preferred.

TRAINING

Training hours must be completed annually to comply withlicensing and accreditation standards, as well as MCH policy. The employee's supervisor may requireadditional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professionalgrowth. Completion of trainingrequirements is mandatory for continued employment.

OTHER

TheAssistant Coach must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid TexasDriver's License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards setforth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children's Home, nocriminal history and acceptable references.