Assistant Coach - Football

RIVERDALE HIGH; Louisiana (MO); On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

A local educational institution in Louisiana is seeking a part-time Assistant Coach for the football program. The position requires assisting the head coach in managing all aspects of the football program, including developing athletes and ensuring compliance with league regulations. Ideal candidates will have a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate, previous football experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience and requires the ability to work in various conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Demonstrated expertise in football fundamentals.
• Knowledge of LHSAA and JPPSS rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in developing and implementing football program.
• Ensure security of student information and records.
• Participate in professional development.

Skills

Communication in Standard English

Telecommunication skills

Media communication

Data compilation and reporting

Education

Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate

CDL Class B with P and S endorsement

Job description

Assistant Coach - Football

Jefferson Parish Schools RIVERDALE HIGH - Jefferson, Louisiana Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4895219
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Dec 05, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description:

• To assist the head football coach in the development, organization and implementation of the entire football program, as well as in the provision of leadership to football personnel and student athletes.
• The coach must adhere to all LHSAA assigned district, Jefferson Parish Public School System (JPPSS) and the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) rules and regulations relative to the football program.
• Work day consists of time, after completion of the school day, necessary to adequately prepare the coach’s team for competition.
• Also, he/she must sometimes work weekends and holidays as determined by the preparedness of his/her team.

Security Statement:

• The coach must maintain security of electronic and print records with regard to confidentiality of student information and passwords that are issued for access to databases.

Scope of Responsibility:

• Assists the head coach in providing overall supervision of the football program.
• Assists the head coach in maintenance (reconditioning), inventory, and issuance of all equipment.
• Builds sportsmanship as well as provides good public relations in the school and community.
• Ensures all student athletes have a current physical exam.
• Ensures that all student athletes have adequate insurance coverage as specified by the JPPSS and the LHSAA, and that proper documentation on each student signed by the parent / legal guardian to purchase or decline extra insurance exists.
• Participates in professional development through workshops, literature, clinics and seminars.
• Acquires thirty-six (36) Continuing Learning Units (CLUs) per year (July 1 through June 30).
• Adheres to Parish and State requirements for promptly reporting rosters, schedules, scores, eligibility or documentation of incidents or injuries.
• Cooperates, communicates and works with the school based athletic director and administrator in charge of athletics.
• Performs all duties as assigned by the principal and/or appropriate administrator.

Skills and Qualifications:

• The coach must be able to communicate in Standard English, both orally and in writing and or digitally.
• Must have the ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system and be able to communicate successfully and tactfully with students, parents, and school personnel while following JPPSS policies.
• The coach must accurately communicate with members of the media.
• The coach must be able to represent the school and or school system at various functions.
• The coach must be able to accurately compile and access data, summarize information and provide written reports to his/her supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate, CECP completion and or current LHSAA requirements
• Possess a CDL class B or above with a P and S endorsement free of air brake restrictions.
• Meet all requirements of the Louisiana Department of Education school bus driver component.
• Employment with the Jefferson Parish Public School System as a teacher and/or administrator. Must meet the requirements in Article 3.3 (Faculty Coaches) of the LHSAA handbook.
• Demonstrated expertise, knowledge and competency in basic football fundamentals. Professional knowledge of LHSAA and JPPSS rules and regulations for football. Certified through USA footballs Heads UP program.
• Expertise, knowledge and competency in conditioning of athletes sport specific.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Previous playing experience in football preferred (on college or university level; minimum experience on high school level).
• Previous coaching experience on the junior varsity, junior high/middle school or other recreation activity level in football.
• Expertise, knowledge and competency in first aid for the prevention and treatment of football injuries.

Physical Involvement:

• Standing, running, walking, reaching, bending and lifting is required.
• Must be able to demonstrate athletic techniques and physically transfer or position athletes as required.
• He/she must be able to move heavy athletic equipment.
• Ability to provide own transportation to games, work locations and meeting sites.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JPSchoolsalso offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Washington , Principal
• RIVERDALE HIGH
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]