Varsity Track & Field Head Coach

Sylvania; Michigan; On-site; USD 2,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Track & Field Coach to lead the Parchment School District's program. Responsibilities include planning, preparing, and conducting practices and competitions while ensuring student-athlete safety.

The successful candidate will have coaching experience at the high school level and possess a valid Michigan teaching certificate. This role promotes school spirit and character development among athletes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful accomplishments as a Track & Field Coach in high school.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to plan and direct a comprehensive Track & Field program.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, preparation, and coaching activities of the entire Track & Field program.
• Plan and conduct regular practice and competition as per school and MHSAA rules.
• Develop and condition student athletes per MHSAA regulations.
• Ensure supervision and safety of students participating in the programme.

Skills

Track & Field Coaching Experience

Ability to Lead

Relationship Building

Education

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: Coaching Positions filled by current Parchment School District employees will be hired in a second-job assignment. Any individual who is not currently employed by the district will be hired as a Community Coach through EduStaff.

SPRING '2027

RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement Schedule “C” Guideline

JOB GOAL:

To successfully lead and direct the Parchment School District Track & Field program as well as demonstrate commitment to student-athletes, school, and community while promoting school spirit and positive character among athletes. The coach must be knowledgeable in most or all areas of track and field, can recruit athletes, hold athletes/assistant coaches accountable, and be a relationship builder.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated successful accomplishments as Track & Field Coach in high school
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful experience coaching at the high school level (Varsity preferred)
• Successful experience as a player at the high school/college level
• Hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To direct the planning, preparation, and coaching activities of the entire Track & Field program
• To plan, schedule and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the School Board, and the Michigan High School Athletic Association
• Commitment to develop and condition student athletes in and out of season per MHSAA regulations
• To assist the Director of Athletics in the distribution and collection of appropriate information i.e., Parent Consent Forms, Physical Examination Forms, Birth certificates, Grade Report Forms at the end of each grading period, Accident Forms and any other information concerning the sport
• To assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport
• To assume responsibility for supervision, safety and welfare of students participating in the program before, during and after scheduled practices and competitive contests
• To establish and maintain good rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups
• To assume responsibility for submitting request for transportation forms to the Athletic Director
• To assist the Athletic Dept. in planning and organization of promotion and participant recruitment and recognition programs pertaining to the sport
• To recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as needed
• To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Administration

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but to accurately reflect the primary job elements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally the employee will sit and or run. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of the job.

The specific vision requirements of the job include good depth perception and occasionally being able to see objects/persons at a distance. While performing the duties of the job the employee frequently is required to hear conversation and a quiet as well as a noisy environment and be able to tell where a sound is coming from. The employee must be able to communicate to the team in order to give directions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously work inside or outside depending on the sporting event. Occasionally the employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of others. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION - The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Assistant Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.