Head Boys Golf Coach

Albia Community School District, IA; Albia (IA); On-site; USD 2,500 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Albia Community School District, IA is seeking a Head Boys Golf Coach to manage the school's golf program. Responsibilities include instructing and coaching players, organizing practice schedules, and ensuring safety and eligibility for all participants. The ideal candidate should have proven coaching experience, a valid coaching license, and a thorough understanding of golf techniques. This role emphasizes developing student-athletes both in sport and academics within a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in coaching golf and mentoring student-athletes.
• Valid coaching license/certificate required by the state or district.
• Thorough understanding of golf rules and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Teach golf techniques, rules, and strategies.
• Create practice schedules and manage match lineups.
• Motivate athletes to achieve academic and athletic potential.
• Ensure safety during practices/matches.
• Maintain open communication with athletes and parents.
• Oversee inventory and assist with fundraising.

Job description

A Head Boys Golf Coach manages, organizes, and instructs the school's golf program, focusing on developing players' skills, team strategy, and character. Responsibilities include planning practices, scheduling matches, managing equipment, ensuring academic eligibility, and fostering sportsmanship, while maintaining safety and supervising student-athletes at all times.

Core Responsibilities

• Instruction & Coaching: Teach golf techniques, rules, and strategies, offering both individual and team training sessions.
• Program Management: Create practice schedules, arrange transportation, and manage match lineups.
• Student Development: Motivate athletes to achieve academic and athletic potential, focusing on discipline and sportsmanship.
• Safety & Supervision: Ensure safety during practices/matches, supervise players at all times, and verify eligibility, including parent consent forms.
• Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with athletes, parents, school administration, and opposing coaches.
• Budgeting & Equipment: Oversee inventory, including uniforms and equipment, and assist with fundraising.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience in coaching golf and mentoring student-athletes.
• Certification: Valid coaching license/certificate required by the state or district.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of golf rules and techniques.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for long periods, walk golf courses, and lift equipment (approximately 25–50 pounds).
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

It is the policy of the Albia Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.