MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #38

TITLE: ATHLETIC COACH 

STIPEND AMOUNT: $1440.00

REPORTS TO: ATHLETIC DIRECTOR

SUMMARY:  Under general direction of the Athletic Director, assists in the implementation of the policies, regulations, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the Madison sports program. To lead and train athletic activities related to attaining proficiency in sports related functions; and other functions as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Be at least 18 years of age.

2. Possess or have the ability to obtain an IVP fingerprint clearance card.

3. Arizona Teaching Certificate (preferred), (https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification)

4. Possess effective communication skills.

5. Ability to work part-time and weekends if necessary.
6. Ability to attend practices and games as scheduled.

7. Varsity head coaching experience (preferred) or assistant coaching experience in the sport or high school/college playing experience.

8. Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of athletic programs.

9. Knowledge of principles, goals, and objectives of  athletic programs.

10. Knowledge of methods, techniques, procedures, and strategies concerning the development and maintenance of an effective interscholastic sports program. 
11. Knowledge of policies, regulations, and procedures pertaining to interscholastic sports.
12. Knowledge of sports interest groups and organizations within the local community.
13. CPR/First Aid certification (preferred).

14. Two letters of recommendation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Implement essential components of the school site interscholastic sports program, including coaching and supervision of students.
2. Supervise students during practice, games, tournaments, and team travel.
3. Assist with arranging  team games, schedules, tournaments, and transportation.
4. Plan, organize, and coordinate sports activities and training workouts, and coaches individuals concerning specific physical performance activities and procedures.
5. Provide teaching and instruction in athletic skill development.
6. Maintain an accurate inventory of school equipment.
7. Model fundamental skills and techniques.
8. Model proper dress, language, demeanor and student/teacher relations.
9. Follow district athletic policies, rules and regulations.
10. Instruct, explain and enforce health and safety rules and regulations.
11. Perform basic first aid on students if needed.
12. Assess the athletic team skills and abilities and the opponents capabilities and determine game strategies.
13. Follow the direction of both the school site and district Athletic Director.
14. Work effectively and maintain positive relations with all school and community stakeholders including parents.
15. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents in English as well as the ability to write routine correspondence in English. Ability to speak effectively in English before groups of stakeholders.

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.

• Ability to walk, run and stand for extended periods.
• Occasionally sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to accurately perceive sound, have near and far vision, depth perception,
• Ability to handle and work with educational sport learning aids, materials and objects
• Provide oral information and direction in a clear voice above noise.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Indoor/Outdoor environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hazards include:

• Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.

 Qualified applicants, both internal and external, should complete an online application accessible on the Madison Elementary District Athletics/Activities.