Head Coach - Canoe Paddling (Boys)

Mid-Pacific; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 3,200 - 3,900; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Pacific Institute is seeking a Head Coach for Canoe Paddling (Boys) at the high school level (JV and Varsity). The role includes developing student-athletes, creating practice schedules, recruiting and mentoring assistant coaches, and collaborating with the Athletic Department to maintain a competitive program.

The position offers a $3,500 stipend paid at season end. Responsibilities span instruction, supervision, communication, leadership and safety, with adherence to school and league

Qualifications

• Must hold or be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Preferred: Proven experience as a successful and motivating head coach with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop student-athletes through safe drills, skills and lesson planning.
• Motivate and support student-athletes with positive reinforcement.
• Provide off-season training opportunities to improve performance.
• Track attendance and communicate absences to students and parents.
• Monitor athlete eligibility per regulations.
• Maintain and secure equipment and report unsafe items.
• Assist with issuing and returning uniforms and equipment.
• Monitor academic performance to support student success.
• Communicate team equipment and supply needs to the Athletic Department.
• Articulate the program vision and schedule parent meetings.
• Share practice schedules and updates with athletes promptly.
• Respond to concerns from parents or athletes.

Skills

CPR/First Aid/AED

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Job description

JOB POSTING DETAILS

Job Title

Head Coach - Canoe Paddling (Boys)

Job Type

Contract

Job Summary

The Head Coach is responsible for developing student-athletes in the sport of Canoe Paddling (Boys) at the High School level (JV and Varsity). Additional responsibilities include developing regular practice schedules, recruiting and mentoring assistant and lower-level coaches as needed, and collaborating with the Athletic Department to maintain a competitive and well-rounded program.

Salary

$3,500 Stipend paid one time at the end of each season

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

INSTRUCTION

• Develop student-athletes through safe and effective drills, skills, strategies, and lesson planning.
• Motivate and support student-athletes using positive reinforcement.
• Provide off-season training opportunities to improve individual and team performance.

SUPERVISION DUTIES

• Track daily attendance and communicate with student-athletes and parents regarding absences.
• Monitor athlete eligibility per Mid-Pacific, ILH, and HHSAA regulations.
• Maintain and secure all equipment; report any broken or unsafe items to the Athletic Department.
• Assist with issuing and returning team uniforms and equipment.
• Monitor academic performance to support student success.
• Communicate team equipment and supply needs to the Athletic Department.

COMMUNICATION

• Clearly articulate the vision and scope of the Canoe Paddling (Boys) program.
• Conduct a parent meeting prior to the start of the season.
• Share practice schedules and updates with athletes in a timely and organized manner.
• Respond positively and promptly to parent or athlete concerns.

LEADERSHIP

• Serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes.
• Demonstrate and promote good sportsmanship.
• Attend all required meetings and events scheduled by the Athletic Department.
• Be mindful of student-athletes’ social and emotional needs.
• Comply with all Mid-Pacific, ILH, IJF and HHSAA rules and regulations.
• Recruit, train, and oversee all coaches in the Canoe Paddling (Boys) program, in collaboration with the Athletic Director.

SAFETY

• Supervise the practice and competition environments to maintain safety.
• Identify and address hazards or unsafe behaviors.
• Report injuries promptly to the Athletic Trainer.
• Follow the Mid-Pacific Athletics Emergency Action Plan during emergencies.

Regular and predictable attendance at work is essential.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must hold or be willing to obtain valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Preferred: Proven experience as a successful and motivating head coach with excellent communication skills.

Non-discriminatory Statement:

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Additional Info

https://www.midpac.edu/about/careers