Assistant Coach - Swimming - Girls

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8; Fountain (CO); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 56.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 is seeking an assistant coach to support the head coach in instructing athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and training for competitive performance. The role emphasizes developing character, sportsmanship, self-discipline, and confidence while contributing to the district's athletic program.

Coaches will be assigned for one school year, with renewal depending on administrator recommendations and School Board approval.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Has previous experience as an effective coach in the assigned sport.
• CPR and Concussion Protocol training required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist head coach in sport-specific program and supervise athletes.
• Maintain professional conduct and be a role model for other coaches and student athletes.
• Ensure practice times align with Athletic Director and CHSAA direction.
• Promote communication between schools and community to support program improvement.
• Attend all sport-specific practices and games.
• Assist head coach during summer athletic camp activities.
• Maintain equipment inventory and protect gear under jurisdiction.
• Prepare practice and game field/court for activities.
• Communicate training rules and regulations to athletes.
• Provide accurate information to head coach for district, community and media.

Conocimientos

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organize, direct, supervise program

Knowledge of CHSAA rules

Leadership

Budget development

Communication with diverse backgrounds

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Coaching experience in interscholastic program

Descripción del empleo

• Has previous experience as an effective coach in the assigned sport

Education And Related Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Has previous experience as an effective coach in the assigned sport

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS

• Criminal background check required for hire
• All Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) member school coaches of interscholastic activity programs who assume full responsibility for students under their direction at any level shall be either
• A certified teacher or administrator holding a current license issued by the Colorado Department of Education; or
• Employed as a teacher, counselor and or administrator at least 50% of the school day in a private school; or
• A coach registered with the CHSAA.
• Coaches not holding a CDE-issued teacher or administrator license can NOT be a current District non-exempt staff member and shall be registered with the CHSAA in one of the following capacities:
• One-year Coaching Registration requested by a member school; or
• A one-time renewal of the above one-year registration; or
• Permanent Coaching Registration (applied for and held by individual coach).
• All coaches must have CPR and Concussion Protocol training

Summary

Assist the head coach in instructing athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. Provide instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence. The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community’s image of the entire school system and the public exposure is a considerable responsibility. However, community/parent pressure to win must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health for student participants. All coaching assignments will be for one school year and may or may not be renewed based on administrator recommendations and School Board approval.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in various aspects of the sport-specific program. Supervise and monitor all sport-specific athletes and activities to ensure programs of high standards.
• Conduct self in an appropriate professional manner at all times, serving as a role model for the other coaches and student athletes.
• Work with the head coach to ensure that practice periods for the sport stay within the confines of the time specified by the Athletic Director and CHSAA.
• Promote effective communication between schools and community by creating positive support for continued improvement of the programs.
• Attend all sport-specific athletic practices and games.
• Assist head coach during summer athletic camp activities to promote the sport.
• Is responsible for the general upkeep, protection and inventory of equipment under his/her jurisdiction.
• Be available to assist in preparing practice and game field/court for practices and games.
• Communicate and adhere to training rules and other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
• Communicate quality, useful and valid information to the head coach so that he/she is able to provide accurate information to the district, community and media.
• Maintain good public relations with news media, booster club, parents, officials, volunteers, fans, and opponents.
• Maintain multiple communication avenues for parents of student athletes and effective conflict resolution strategies.
• Assist head coach in paper work and filing of all appropriate documents.
• Understand the proper administrative chain of command and refer all requests, concerns or grievances through the proper channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to organize, direct, and supervise a districtwide sport program
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and willing to examine new theories and procedures important to athletics
• Advanced leadership skills
• Customer service and media/public relations skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Budget development and fiscal management skills
• Knowledge of CHSAA rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies and building and department procedures

Salary

Coaches are paid on the Professional Staff Supplementary Pay Plans Salary Schedule

Salary Schedule

References

Current FFC8 Head & Assistant Coaches

• Must provide 3 references
• Are NOT required to provide letters of recommendation

Current FFC8 Assistant Coaches applying for Head Coaching positions

• Must provide 3 references
• Must provide letters of recommendation for each

Applicants Who Are NOT Current Coaches At FFC8

• Must provide 3 references
• Must provide letters of recommendation for each