Head Track Coach — Inspire Teams & Character

Lyons USD 405; Lyons (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyons USD 405 seeks a Head Coach for high school and middle school athletics/activities to lead practices, games, and program development at Lyons High School. You will supervise assistants, collaborate with the Athletic/Activities Director, and uphold district sportsmanship and safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of sport fundamentals, KSHSAA rules, and district policies, with a focus on program organization and student development.

Qualifications

• Teaching certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of the sport/activity.
• Knowledge of KSHSAA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of USD 405 policies and expectations.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports or activity program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during scheduled practices and performances.
• Stay informed on new techniques or concepts as it pertains to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Inventory and maintain equipment and uniforms.
• Anticipate any immediate and long-range needs for the program and submit requests for purchases accordingly.
• Be responsible for coaching and modeling good sportsmanship and citizenship as defined by KSHSAA.
• Provide a safe, educational, competitive environment for both practices and performances.
• Communicate effectively with the school office, media and parents.
• Mentor the assistants and evaluate when necessary.
• Accept the leadership responsibilities demanded of the position of head coach.
• Maintain the physical well being of the students in all areas pertaining to the designated area of responsibility.
• Request transportation, lodging and meal stipend.
• Any other responsibility that falls within the domain of the assigned area and not involving maintenance of the facilities, fund raising, administration of the event, or procuring and maintaining vehicles.

Skills

Supervision of staff

Knowledge of fundamentals

Knowledge of KSHSAA rules

Knowledge of USD 405 policies

Organizational leadership

Education

Teaching certificate preferred

Job description

Lyons USD 405 seeks a Head Coach for high school and middle school athletics/activities to lead practices, games, and program development at Lyons High School. You will supervise assistants, collaborate with the Athletic/Activities Director, and uphold district sportsmanship and safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of sport fundamentals, KSHSAA rules, and district policies, with a focus on program organization and student development.