Varsity Nordic Ski Head Coach — Lead Elite Program

GFMS; City of Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

GFMS is seeking a dedicated athletic coach to establish program philosophy, safety protocols and coordinate with the Glens Falls Athletic Department. Responsibilities include evaluating student athletes, enforcing eligibility, and leading staff development.

The role requires compliance with coaching certifications and safety trainings, plus strong communication with students, parents and school staff. On-site coaching in multiple sports is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS Fingerprinting Clearance.
• Up-to-date First-Aid, CPR, and AED Certification.
• Concussion Training.
• DASA & CAR/SAVE Training.
• Valid NYS Coaching Certification (can be obtained simultaneously).

Responsibilities

• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by the coaching staff.
• Establish the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by the coaching staff.
• Adhere to injury procedures established by the Glens Falls Athletic Department.
• Ensure that all coaches work together toward a common goal within their respected programs.
• Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis (i.e. statistics, film, challenge matches, etc.).
• Train and inform staff and encourage professional growth by promoting clinic attendance.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
• Work with the athletic department to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements (i.e. facilities, busing, camps, special events, etc.).
• Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
• Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, and encourage athlete conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
• Establish and maintain open, professional and respectful communications with students, parents, teachers, athletic director and youth coaches.
• Have the total athletic and school program at interest. Be supportive of student participation in other activities and communicate with colleagues regarding expectations in and out of season.
• Maintain inventory of all uniforms and equipment within the program.
• Annually establish and meet performance goals.
• Advise students and parents on the athletic code of conduct, including consequences for violation, and coordinate with the athletic director in instances of possible violations of the code of conduct.

Skills

Fingerprinting Clearance (NYS)

First-Aid/CPR/AED

Concussion Training

DASA & CAR/SAVE Training

NYS Coaching Certification

Job description

GFMS is seeking a dedicated athletic coach to establish program philosophy, safety protocols and coordinate with the Glens Falls Athletic Department. Responsibilities include evaluating student athletes, enforcing eligibility, and leading staff development.

The role requires compliance with coaching certifications and safety trainings, plus strong communication with students, parents and school staff. On-site coaching in multiple sports is expected.