Head Cross Country Coach

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

MIDDLE SCHOOL HEAD COACH

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion
  
  

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Determined at the time of hire

Reports To

Athletic Director

Building Principal

High School Head Coach

Job Goal

To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

Performance Responsibilities

High School Assistant Coach

• Before and after the middle school season beings and ends, you are part of the high school coaching staff and expected to be present at all games and practices
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletic programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Maintain a conducive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff, community and media
• Place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend professional development with guidance from the Athletic Director and High School Head Coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• To be active in building participation, conditioning and training through camps and individual contacts
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations
  
  

Terms Of Employment

The Middle School Head Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Head Coach Performance Based Evaluation.