WHS Assistant Track Coach

Community Unit School District 201; United States; On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Job summary

Community Unit School District 201 is seeking an Assistant Track Coach at Westmont High School for the 26-27 school year. The role reports to the Athletic Director in the Athletics Department and involves assisting with practices, games, and activities while promoting sportsmanship and safety.

The position requires IHSA coaching qualifications, ISBE-certified/board-employed status, and completion of district screenings and training. A stipend of $4,589.00 is provided.

Qualifications

• Be regularly certified by the IHSA By-law 2.070: Qualifications of Coaches.
• Be 19 years of age or older.
• Be officially employed by the local Board of Education of the member school.
• Complete IHSA coaching education/certification requirements and district screenings/background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with practices, games, and team activities.
• Support the head coach in developing student-athletes' skills and knowledge of the sport.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive behavior.
• Follow all District, IHSA, and athletic department policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for student-athletes.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork with students

Education

IHSA coaching certification program

Job description

Position: Assistant Track Coach - WHS 26-27 School Year

Department: Athletics

Location: Westmont High School

Reports to: The coach will serve under the direction and supervision of the District and coaching staff and must comply with all applicable District policies and requirements.

Position Summary: Community Unit School District 201 is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Coach to support the District's athletic program. The Assistant Coach will work under the direction of the Head Coach and Athletic Department to assist with the development, instruction, and supervision of student-athletes while promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and a positive, safe, and supportive team environment.

Repsonsibilities

• Assist with practices, games, and team activities.
• Support the head coach in developing student-athletes' skills and knowledge of the sport.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive behavior.
• Follow all District, IHSA, and athletic department policies and procedures
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for student-athletes.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the requirements of IHSA By-law 2.070 – Qualifications of Coaches, including:

• Be regularly certified by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) as a teacher, administrator, or school service personnel; or
• Be a retired teacher/coach from an IHSA member school; or
• Be a college student coaching as part of an official student-teaching assignment; or
• Be certified through an IHSA Board-approved coaching certification program.
• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Be officially employed by the local Board of Education of the member school.
• Complete all applicable IHSA coaching education/certification requirements prior to coaching.
• Successfully complete all District-required screenings, background checks, and training.
• Knowledge and experience in a specific sport volunteering for.
• Ability to work effectively with students and coaching staff
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Successful completion of all District-required screening, training, and background check requirements.

Compensation

This is a stipend position. Stipend: $4589.00

Contact

Brian Dunne, Athletic Director
Westmont High School
909 North Oakwood Drive
Westmont, Illinois 60559
[e-mail]

Working Conditions

It is the policy and practice of CUSD 201 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. CUSD 201 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.