Part-Time Coach Special Olympics

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lone Star College in Cypress, TX seeks a part-time PT Coach for Special Olympics to lead and mentor student athletes, train skills, and support academic success. Essential duties include providing positive leadership, facilitating practices, recruiting athletes from diverse backgrounds, and collaborating with college staff; must be available evenings/weekends and able to travel to events.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with at least one year of related experience, First

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year related experience.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
• Special Olympics coaching certification and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide positive leadership and strong communication.
• Train sport skills during practices.
• Encourage academics and graduation.
• Recruit athletes to join Lone Star College and work with diverse students.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics management and sonography. Since opening our award‑winning campus in 2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an exciting learning environment that brings together state‑of‑the‑art technology and active, collaborative learning.

Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX77433.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

The PT Coach, Special Olympics coaches Special Olympics teams and helps students develop related skills.

Essential Job Functions

1. Provides positive leadership with strong communication skills
2. Actively participates in practices to train on sport skills
3. Encourages student athletes to succeed on the field and academically and to work hard, to graduate, and to never stop learning
4. Compares how discipline on the field relates to real life decisions and why it is important to remain positive and focused
5. Recruit student athletes to attend LSC and work effectively with the diverse student population while inspiring them to continue their education
6. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess positive leadership and communication skills to promote a positive team attitude.
• Must be well organized and flexible to meet time, priority and workload demands.
• Must be available to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to travel to practices, games and tournaments.
• Must be able to maintain relationships, build trust, and act as a mentor & guide to students. Must be willing to be a role model and demonstrate how to be an effective coach.

Physical Abilities

The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above‑average agility and dexterity.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, and assorted sports equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is often performed in outdoor elements, including extreme heat and cold
• Work hours will include evenings and weekends

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to become First Aid/CPR/AED Certified (Special Olympics Requirement)
• Must be able to become certified to coach in Special Olympic sports before participating, as well as completing the Special Olympics background check

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $21.82

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan and more.

EEO Statement

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.