Athletics Volunteer Coach - 26/27 SY

Seattle Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave accrued per state law

Potential health benefits after 630 hours

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is looking for a coach to lead and support student-athletes in a designated sport. Responsibilities include preparing athletes for competitions, planning workouts, and maintaining records. Candidates must have coaching experience and be a high school graduate or GED holder. The role is part-time and not eligible for benefits. Interested applicants should be ready to engage with diverse student populations and maintain a fair environment while instilling strong values in sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of coaching experience in the designated sport.
• Successful completion of WIAA Coaches Requirements is needed.
• For assistant/volunteer coach, must be at least 19 years old.

Responsibilities

• Coach the designated sport under direction from the Head Coach.
• Prepare student-athletes physically and mentally for competition.
• Plan and supervise workouts and games for the assigned team.

Skills

Coaching techniques

Behavior management

Effective communication

Team dynamics

Relationship skills

Education

High school graduate or GED

Job description

Overview of Position

Responsibilities include coaching the designated sport under the direction of the Head Coach, assisting with the Varsity team, coaching the JV (2nd) and/or JVC (3rd) team, and providing guidance, instruction and experience to enhance students' personal, physical and social growth and development. This position may be held in addition to a classroom teaching or other work assignment.

Reports to: Building Principal/Athletic Administrator and Athletic Director. Receives direction from Head Coach.

Completed fingerprints and first aid and CPR certifications are necessary. Costs are the volunteer's responsibility. Seattle Public Schools does not compensate or reimburse for these requirements.

Essential Functions

• Prepare student-athletes mentally and physically for athletic competition.
• Enhance student athlete's personal, physical and social growth and development in a culturally diverse environment.
• Plan and supervise scheduled workouts and games for assigned team.
• Instruct participants in the skills and techniques of the position played in the sport.
• Stay abreast of current sport knowledge and coaching techniques by attending clinics and reviewing related literature.
• Maintain current knowledge of WIAA and Metro rules, regulations and bylaws.
• Attend Varsity contests as requested and provide support for the Head Coach in decision making and management of assigned sports events.
• Assist the Head Coach in management of District-owned equipment, maintenance of records, issuing athletic awards and other functions associated with promotion and management of the designated sport program.
• Attend meetings and clinics as required by the Athletic Department, including attending the League pre‑season coaches meeting and annual WIAA sponsored rule clinics as they apply to the particular sport.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic rules, strategies, coaching techniques and skills of the designated sport.
• Effective behavior management techniques, team dynamics and group learning.
• Coaching and motivating athletes.
• Effective communication, organizing activities and giving instructions.
• Relate to students, staff, administration and the public in a multi‑ethnic environment.
• Be fair and consistent when working with students.
• Maintain accurate records and supervise fundraising activities.
• Stamina and endurance; physical exertion associated with demonstrating techniques; travel between sites.

Typical Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of coaching and/or participation in the designated sport.
• Successful completion of WIAA Coaches Requirements.
• Must be a high school graduate or have completed a GED program.
• For assistant or volunteer coach, must be at least 19 years of age.
• For head coach, must be at least 21 years of age.

Hourly staff accrue sick leave at the rate of 1:40 per the Washington Paid Sick Leave law; eligible for health benefits after 630 hours under conditions of the School Employees Benefits Board through the state of Washington. This position is not eligible for health benefits.