Girls Head Coach, Tennis

J.O. Combs Unified School District; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,200; Part time

Job summary

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 in San Tan Valley, AZ seeks a part-time coach to lead student-athletes, adhering to AIA and NFHS guidelines. The seasonal stipend supports a program aimed at skill development, discipline, and teamwork.

The role requires coordinating schedules and practices with the Athletic Director, maintaining equipment, and fostering positive relations with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid, Current Department of Public Safety Level One IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• NFHSA certification including specified courses.
• Understanding of and alignment with the District's athletic program goals.
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior.
• Positive, effective communication with students, staff, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sportsmanship and respect for officials, opponents, fans, and staff.
• Motivate student athletes and sustain their interest in the program.
• Run coaching activities in a safe, inclusive environment.
• Coordinate with athletic director to develop schedules and practices.
• Maintain equipment inventory and care; supervise coaching staff at all levels.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Human behavior understanding

Positive communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NFHSA certification (Concussion, Fundamentals of Coach, Bullying & Hazing, AIA Information, sport courses)

Job description

Stipend:$3,645
Benefits:Per District Policy
Evaluation:Annual
Contract:Seasonal
Hours:Part-time position, variable hours
Reports to:Athletic Director/Principal/ Superintendent
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Position Goal: To provide leadership in helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship and an increased level of self-esteem. To instruct student athletes in a specific sports activity. To maintain and develop an efficient and competitive team environment.

Must meet the AIA and NFHS guidelines for Coaching. Must also possess the necessary requirements for employment by the District and a current Department of Public Safety IVP finger print clearance card.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for prayers, officials, opponents, fans and other coaches.
2. Work with students to promote strong learning environments in and out of the classroom while providing a safe environment.
3. Ability to motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interest in the program.
4. Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of AIA rules and regulations.
6. Assume responsibility for inventory, selection and care of equipment.
7. Ability to supervisor, organize, and motivate a coaching staff at all levels.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory.
9. Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
10. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff and school administration.
11. Maintain good public relations with media, boosters ,parent officials, players, fans, etc.
12. Communicate with parents, athletes, and school personnel regarding registration deadlines, fees, academic requirements, etc.
13. Adhere to all Ethical Guidelines for Coaches
14. Apply discipline in a positive, firm and consistent manner.
15. Provide requested information to school officials and AIA in a timely manner.
16. Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules, scheduling practices, facility use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
17. Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid, Current Department of Public Safety Level One IVP fingerprint clearance card.
• National Federation of State High Schools Association (NFHSA) certification, including but not limited toConcussion Course, Fundamentals of Coach Course, Bullying, Hazing & Inappropriate Behaviors Course, AIA Information Course, and sport specific courses.
• Understanding of and agreement with the District's goals of an athletic program
• Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior
• Positive, effective communication skills in dealing with students, employees, parents and the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties may require employee to be exposed to outside weather conditions including extreme heat or cold, wind and rain. High humidity and/or dusty conditions may also be present.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX, Athletic Director, 2505 E. Germann Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-882-3540 and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 no discrimina en base a la raza, el color, la religión, el origen nacional, el sexo, la discapacidad, la edad, o la orientación sexual para la admisión y su acceso a sus programas, servicios, actividades, o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones y proporciona un acceso igualitario a los Boys Scouts y otro grupos de jóvenes designados. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 tampoco discrimina en sus prácticas de empleo y contratación. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar las preguntas en cuanto a las pólizas de no discriminación: Funcionario de Cumplimiento de Título IX, Director Atlético, 2505 E. Germann Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-882-3540 y Funcionario de Cumplimiento para la Sección 504/ADA, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5300.