Assistant Wrestling Coach (6th grade)

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a Middle School Assistant Coach to support the athletic program and coach a specific sport in alignment with district policies. The role emphasizes safety, fundamentals, and development of student-athletes at the middle school level.

The position reports to the Middle School Head Coach, Athletic Director, and Building Principal, with responsibilities for in-season coaching, youth-to-high-school alignment, and academic emphasis.

Qualifications

• Current Substitute Certificate per MSHSAA requirements.
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and NFHS Concussion certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities.
• Help develop and support an athletic program aligning youth, middle school, and high school activities under the head coach.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach.
• Adhere to Athletic Handbook policies and MSHSAA rules and regulations.
• Maintain a safe environment to promote wholesome athletic competition.
• Develop positive relations with students, parents, staff, and community.
• Assist the head coach in placing a team on the field and substituting players as part of a plan.
• Attend in-service trainings to support offseason preparation with coaching staff and potential athletes.
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academics.
• Assist with inventory of school equipment and ensure proper maintenance.
• Work in accordance with ISD Board Policies and Regulations.

Skills

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

NFHS Concussion Certification

Job description

• Current Substitute Certificate? Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSISTANT COACH

Qualifications

• Current Substitute Certificate? Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: To be determined at the time of hire

Reports To

• Middle School Head Coach
• Athletic Director
• Building Principal

Job Goal

To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

Performance Responsibilities

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
• Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

Terms Of Employment

The Assistant Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Assistant Coach Performance Based Evaluation.