Club Coach, Campus Recreation

Wake Forest University; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Forest University is seeking a Head Club Coach to oversee student-led club sports teams. The role involves executing practice plans, managing athletic activities, and supporting student development. Candidates must have knowledge of league rules, prior coaching or playing experience, and be available for practices and games from late August to April.

This part-time position promotes positive co-curricular experiences and representation of the university, requiring evening and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of league rules and regulations.
• Previous experience as a player or coach.
• Availability to attend practices and games from late August to April.

Responsibilities

• Execute practice plans and support student leadership.
• Manage and supervise sport activities and practice sessions.
• Establish performance criteria and evaluate students’ abilities.

Job description

Job Summary

The Head Club Coach will execute practice plans and support student leadership. Club teams are student‑led by Wake Forest University students and manage the team. Club Sports programming promotes student development, positive co‑curricular experiences, and positive representation of the university. This position requires evening and weekend work.

Essential Functions

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
• Manage and supervise sport activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
• Work with the members of the club to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall development of student athletes.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Communicate with constituents, parents/alumni, team doctor, Sport Programs department, and vendors to ensure the team is well supported.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sport Programs Coordinator.

Other Functions

• Complete club sport trainings or University trainings when required.

Qualifications

• Requires rules knowledge and regulations of league and requirements.
• Previous experience as a player or coach.
• Attend practices and games from late August - April.

Job Details

Time Type: Part time

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status.