Head High School Boys Golf Coach - Lead & Develop Team

Sylvania; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an athletic coach to perform on and off-season duties for the high school program. The role includes planning summer practices, managing uniforms and schedules, and supporting student-athletes through tryouts and seasonal activities.

The position requires teaching or ASEP certification, background check clearance, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, recruit students, and ensure IHSA eligibility and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Must possess a teaching certificate or ASEP certification.
• Must pass ACUSD #11 background check and drug test and complete all necessary forms for employment.
• Be competent and understand the basic skills of the individual sport.

Responsibilities

• Preseason: size and order uniforms and equipment; distribute uniforms and orders; plan, organize and coach summer practices; manage fundraisers to defray costs; maintain schedules; complete IHSA rules review and NFHS concussion training; provide first aid; recruit.
• Tryouts: post information; hold informational meetings; track applications and forms; set up and manage tryouts.
• Season: follow all guidelines; hold parent meetings; arrange travel; manage uniforms and documentation; supervise practices; ensure IHSA eligibility rosters starting 5 days before first contest; manage transfer eligibility; attend games home/away; organize additional fundraisers; develop routines for assemblies and pep rallies; participate in Homecoming and promote school spirit.
• Post-Season: collect, wash, repair and store uniforms; submit inventory; issue fine cards; assist hosting events for letters/awards; assess year and plan improvements; attend evaluation meeting.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Teaching certificate

ASEP certification

Job description

Sylvania is seeking an athletic coach to perform on and off-season duties for the high school program. The role includes planning summer practices, managing uniforms and schedules, and supporting student-athletes through tryouts and seasonal activities.

The position requires teaching or ASEP certification, background check clearance, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, recruit students, and ensure IHSA eligibility and safety standards are met.