Crew - Assistant Coach

Scarsdale Public Schools; Village of Scarsdale (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Scarsdale Public Schools is seeking a Varsity Assistant Coach for Crew to lead and develop student-athletes physically and socially. The ideal candidate will have substantial coaching experience and knowledge in crew, along with the required NYS certification. Responsibilities include instructing athletes in fundamental skills and strategies, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring adherence to athletic policies. Join a team dedicated to fostering a positive interscholastic athletic experience while mentoring students in character development.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in organizing and supervising a crew program.
• Expect substantial knowledge of technical aspects of the sport.
• Demonstrate effective coaching methods and maintain positive character development in athletes.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in skills, strategy, and physical training.
• Implement athletic policies and state regulations consistently.
• Serve as a mentor to athletes in character development.

Skills

Coaching experience in crew

Knowledge of technical aspects of the sport

Ability to serve as a role model for student athletes

Education

NYS certification in physical education or coaching license

Job description

Crew - Varsity Assistant Coach

The Scarsdale Public Schools are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual who exhibits a love of learning and a genuine interest in the social, emotional, mental, and physical health of student-athletes. Applicants should demonstrate expert content knowledge and success in coaching Crew at the high school level. An ideal candidate will understand the benefits of an educational interscholastic athletic experience with a specific focus on player growth development. NYS certification in physical education or coaching license is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scarsdale School District is an equal opportunity employer, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Has the ability to assist in the organization and supervision of a crew program.
• Has previous successful coaching experience in crew.
• The assistant coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• The assistant coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Reports To

The Athletic Director and Varsity Head Coach.

Job Goal

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self‑discipline, self‑confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Scarsdale Public Schools' Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state, and league regulations and implements them consistently.
• Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times.
• Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Monitors a student athlete's grades and conduct.
• Follow procedures concerning injuries, medical attention, and emergencies.
• Assists in the management and use of equipment and instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property.