Seasoned Coach for Student-Athlete Growth

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking an experienced athletic coach to lead and supervise student athletes, plan competitions, and ensure safe, fair, and compliant athletic programs. The role requires a bachelor's degree and a Texas teaching certificate, plus at least four years in coaching or playing the sport.

You will work with school staff to set instructional goals, enforce eligibility criteria, and coordinate travel for away events, while promoting sportsmanship and open parent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; valid Texas teacher certificate
• Four years experience as a coach or a participant in sport assigned
• Experience or desire to work in a major metropolitan school district
• Knowledge of UIL rules
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned
• Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship
• Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation
• Work with athletic coordinator to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips
• Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within program
• Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing campus athletic equipment.
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned

Skills

Coaching

Instruct student athletes

UIL rules knowledge

Discipline enforcement

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Valid Texas teacher certificate

Job description

Dallas Independent School District is seeking an experienced athletic coach to lead and supervise student athletes, plan competitions, and ensure safe, fair, and compliant athletic programs. The role requires a bachelor's degree and a Texas teaching certificate, plus at least four years in coaching or playing the sport.

You will work with school staff to set instructional goals, enforce eligibility criteria, and coordinate travel for away events, while promoting sportsmanship and open parent