Head Varsity Coach, Interscholastic Athletics

Applitrack; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ETA High School is seeking an energetic Head Varsity Coach to lead the interscholastic program within the High School Athletic Department in Illinois. The role emphasizes planning, organizing, and safeguarding student well-being while maintaining academic eligibility as the priority.

The coach will oversee a coaching staff, develop game and practice schedules, manage equipment, and coordinate with the Athletic Director to ensure a high-quality athletic program that benefits students and

Qualifications

• Head Varsity Coaching experience or professional coaching/player level equivalent preferred.
• Ability to handle and react professionally to stressful situations.
• Demonstrated positive conduct and adherence to disciplinary guidelines in previous coaching positions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead a coaching staff; monitor assignments and duties of assistant and lower level coaches and evaluate all coaches.
• Design and implement an organizational structure that reports to the Athletic Director.
• Assist Athletic Director in selecting staff and volunteers; verify eligibility of participants.
• Develop game and practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and program budget.
• Communicate and plan practice sessions and strategies to ensure athlete health and development.
• Coordinate pre-season parent meetings and review scholastic eligibility requirements and codes of conduct.
• Maintain equipment inventory and secure necessary purchases and records in line with district policy.
• Build relationships with media, boosters, and community organizations to support the program.

Skills

Coaching experience

Stress management

Sportsmanship

Education

Illinois Teaching certificate

First Aid/CPR/AED

Job description

ETA High School is seeking an energetic Head Varsity Coach to lead the interscholastic program within the High School Athletic Department in Illinois. The role emphasizes planning, organizing, and safeguarding student well-being while maintaining academic eligibility as the priority.

The coach will oversee a coaching staff, develop game and practice schedules, manage equipment, and coordinate with the Athletic Director to ensure a high-quality athletic program that benefits students and