Tea Area School District

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:                                                            Middle School Athletic Coach

REQUIREMENTS:

A.    Education Level:                                       High School Diploma. BA/BS Education preferred 

B.    Experience Desired:                               High School/College Participation

C.    Physical Requirements:                         Hand-eye, mind-eye coordination, physical dexterity, the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk, and sit.  The ability to travel between locations.

D.    Other Requirements:                             College course work in the Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries.  Knowledge of the sport.  Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others.

REPORTS TO:                                                      Middle School Principal, Activities Coordinator, Respective High School Head Coach

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:                       Middle School Principal, Activities Coordinator, Respective High School Head Coach

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

1. Issues equipment and supervises the students’ care of it; check in and inventory equipment at the end of the season.
2. Oversees physical examination records and makes certain that every athlete returns the necessary forms signed by the doctor and parent.
3. Promotes a style of play consistent with the scope and sequence of the total program.
4. Prepares a daily practice schedule and makes continued efforts to improve coaching techniques.
5. Dresses appropriately for coaching duties and practice and game time.
6. Adheres to policies and procedures established by the Tea Area School District.
7. Administers first aid to injured players and takes appropriate action such a notifying the parent, family doctor, Activities Coordinator, and building principal.
8. Communicates between officials and coaches in a professional manner.
9. Attends rules meetings and is familiar with the rules of the game.
10. Attends coaches meetings as deemed necessary by the Activities Coordinator and respective head coach.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

A.    Inside and Outside (Gymnasium, Wrestling Room, Locker Rooms, Coaching Offices, Football Field, Track, Soccer Fields, District Transportation)

B.    Climatic Environment – Possibly subjected to extreme cold of below 32 degrees and heat above 100 degrees.  Occasionally subjected to extreme noise, odors, mists, dust, and ventilation issues. 

C.    Hazards – Possible exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and adverse walking and driving conditions.