Extra Duty- High School Assistant Coach - Football

Gresham Barlow School District; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 2,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Gresham-Barlow School District in Oregon is seeking an Assistant Football Coach for the high school program. The role supports the head coach with leadership, supervision and practice coordination to foster student development and athletic growth.

The ideal candidate will have coaching experience, knowledge of sports rules, strong communication with students, parents, and staff, and a commitment to safety and program policies. ASEP certification is preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or sport activity must be relevant to the assigned sport.
• Ability to work with coaches, students and parents; follow district policies and procedures.
• High-school diploma or equivalent required; ASEP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach in coordinating practices and game-day operations.
• Demonstrate basic skills, knowledge and strategies to participants; explain to parents when appropriate.
• Enforce program policies and safety rules; maintain equipment and inventory.
• Communicate effectively with parents, students and staff; contribute to fundraising and programs.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Education

High-school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The position of "Assistant Football Coach - High School" is to use leadership, supervisory and administrative skills for assisting in the overall direction, coordination, and coaching of the assigned sport for student development.

Essential Job Functions

• Be familiar with, and comply with, all school, district, league, and, where appropriate, OSAA rules
• Assist the head coach in the coordination of all practices
• Analyze, demonstrate and explain basic skills, knowledge, and strategies of the sport to participants and, where appropriate, to parents
• Enforce the program policies, and recommend policy changes to appropriate administrators
• Communicate effectively with parents within the program and with other staff members
• Know, model and enforce appropriate policies, rules, and regulations concerning sportsmanship
• Maintain a commitment to ongoing growth of self and others
• When appropriate, work with others for the promotion of fundraising and grant applications for the program
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory and hold staff and students responsible for those supplies and equipment
• Supervise and manage site operation to assure safety and efficiency
• Maintain appropriate and accurate staff and student records
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment
• Act as a contributing member of district‑wide committees as needed
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance

Other Job Functions

• Cooperate in the arrangement of school‑level public relations and publicity for special events and achievements as appropriate
• Maintain communication with community and parent groups
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward the job and remain a flexible and innovative team builder

Essential Job Requirements – Qualifications

• Experience required: Prior job‑related experience in appropriate sport/activity and/or coaching
• Skills, knowledge and/or abilities required: Skills to work with coaches and students; knowledge of district policies and procedures regarding co‑curricular activities; abilities to follow oral and written instructions, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, adjust to flexible assignments (some night work), and communicate with students, staff and parents
• Education required: High‑school diploma or equivalent
• Licenses, certifications, bonding and/or testing required: Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability; criminal justice fingerprinting clearance; current first‑aid card; and bloodborne pathogen training. High‑school coaching positions require ASEP (American Sport Education Program) certification

EEO Statement

Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER