Golf Head Coach

Rockford Public School District 205; Rockford (TN); On-site; USD 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Rockford Public School District 205 in Rockford, IL seeks a Head Coach to guide student athletes toward skill, discipline and citizenship, while promoting the athletic program in line with NFHS, IHSA and district policies.

The role requires planning practices with staff, coordinating fundraising, managing uniforms, and ensuring eligibility and compliance. It also emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate or IHSA Coaching Criteria is required.
• Previous coaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee athletic program in line with Board policies and district athletic handbook.
• Plan and communicate practice schedules with assistant coaching staff.
• Coordinate fundraisers, deposits and distribution of athletic activity funds.
• Ensure student athletes meet district requirements including eligibility and fees.
• Supervise student athletes during all related activities and events.
• Maintain and report individual and team statistics and awards.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Education

Illinois Teaching Certificate

IHSA Coaching Criteria

Job description

Job Title: Head Coach

Department: Athletic Department

Supervisor: Building Athletic Director, Building Principal and District Athletic Director

Date: 12/21/17

FLSA Status: Stipend

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Guide participating student athletes in the achievement of a high level of skill, discipline, sportsmanship and citizenship. To oversee and promote the athletic program in accordance with NFHS, IHSA and RPS #205 Board Policies and athletic handbook.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure that all actions are in concert with Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
2. Participate in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
3. Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
4. Plan and communicate with assistant coaching staff regarding practice schedule and competition strategies which ensure the health, physical well‑being and success of student athletes.
5. Coordinate fundraisers, athletic activity account deposits and distribution of funds in accordance with Board Policy.
6. Manage the distribution and collection of uniforms and sport specific inventory.
7. Ensure that all student athletes are in compliance with District requirements including athletic physicals, student code of conduct, athletic fees paid, academic eligibility and all other standards included in the district athletic handbook.
8. Model/instill values of sportsmanship, citizenship and teamwork.
9. Assist with the selection of assistant and volunteer coaches.
10. Properly supervise student athletes during all related activities and events.
11. Maintain individual and team statistics and records.
12. Plan and implement a seasonal awards recognition program through the building athletic office.
13. Engage in sport specific professional development education.
14. Implement programmatic instruction of sequential fundamentals to feeder programs and work closely with the strength and conditioning coach.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid Illinois Teachers Certificate and/or Meets IHSA Criteria (Qualification of Coaches – 2.070)
2. Previous coaching experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
2. Ability to accurately record and manage information.
3. Knowledge of industry standards and new approaches.
4. Ability to work independently under broad or limited supervision.
5. Ability to establish priorities appropriately, demonstrating an understanding of the urgency and impact of tasks.
6. Demonstrate integrity, honesty, responsibility, and loyalty in all tasks.
7. Take responsibility for team assignments.
8. Use clear, concise language to provide timely and accurate written and oral communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Moderate in‑district travel and intermittent in‑state and out‑of‑state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

OTHER

This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the district and requirements of the job change.

Physical Aspects of the Position

• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding ramps, poles and the like.
• Balancing – Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces.
• Stooping – Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Kneeling – Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching – Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling – Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing – Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking – Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
• Pushing – Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Pulling – Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting – Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally.
• Finger use – Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with the fingers.
• Grasping – Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm.
• Talking – Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word.
• Hearing – Perceiving the nature of sounds; receiving detailed information through oral communication.
• Repetitive Motions – Substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.

The Physical Requirements of the Position

• Sedentary Work – Sitting most of the time; occasional walking or standing.
• Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Medium Work – Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally; up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Heavy Work – Exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally; up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Very Heavy Work – Exerting above 100 pounds occasionally; above 50 pounds frequently.

The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision

• Machine Operations – Inspection, close assembly, clerical, administration; minimum standard for those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data.
• Mechanics – Skilled tradespeople; minimum standard for those who operate machines such as power tools, lathes and drills.
• Mobile Equipment – Minimum standard for those who operate cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes and high equipment.
• Other – Minimum standard based on accuracy and neatness of work for janitors, sweepers, etc.

The Conditions the Worker will be subject to in this position

• Worker will be subject to inside environmental conditions.
• Worker will be subject to outside environmental conditions.
• Worker will be subject to both interior and exterior conditions.
• Worker will be subject to extreme heat or cold for periods greater than one hour.
• Worker will be subject to noise which would cause them to shout.
• Worker will be subject to hazards, including proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc.