Head Stuco Sponsor

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Independence School District in the United States seeks a Middle School Head Coach to lead and develop an athletic program that connects middle school and high school sports. The role requires compliance with Missouri teaching standards, CPR/First Aid and NFHS concussion training, and strong collaboration with athletic leadership.

The position entails seasonal employment with salary set annually by the Board of Education, reporting to the Athletic Director and Building Principal, and a focus on

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate.
• Alternative qualifications may be accepted by the Board.
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and NFHS concussion training.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the high school coaching staff before/after middle school season and attend all games and practices.
• Develop and support a program aligning youth, middle school and high school athletics.
• Possess thorough knowledge of the sport rules and fundamentals.
• Adhere to Athletic Handbook policies and MSHSAA rules.
• Maintain a safe environment promoting wholesome athletic competition.
• Foster positive relations with students, parents, staff, community, and media.
• Place a team on the field, manage substitutions as part of a plan.
• Attend professional development with Athletic Director/Head Coach to support off-season planning.
• Support head coach in maximizing off-season and summer training.
• Promote academic achievement through high standards.
• Maintain inventory of school equipment.
• Engage in participation, conditioning and training activities and camps.
• Work in accordance with ISD Board Policies and Regulations.

Skills

CPR Certification

AED Certification

First Aid Certification

NFHS Concussion Training

Alternative qualifications acceptable

Education

Missouri Teaching Certificate

Job description

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

MIDDLE SCHOOL HEAD COACH

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Determined at the time of hire

Reports To

Athletic Director

Building Principal

High School Head Coach

Job Goal

To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

Performance Responsibilities

• High School Assistant Coach
  • Before and after the middle school season beings and ends, you are part of the high school coaching staff and expected to be present at all games and practices
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletic programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Maintain a conducive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff, community and media
• Place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend professional development with guidance from the Athletic Director and High School Head Coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• To be active in building participation, conditioning and training through camps and individual contacts
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

Terms Of Employment

The Middle School Head Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Head Coach Performance Based Evaluation.