Assistant Baseball Coach

TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE OF JOB: Assistant Coach

QUALIFICATIONS: Hold or be eligible to hold a NMPED Coaching License.

Hold certification through NFHS, which includes:

1. NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching

2. First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches

3. Sport Specific (courses) Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Track, Softball, etc.

4. Concussions in Sports

5. Sportsmanship

6. Creating a Safe and Respectful Environment

7. A Guide to Heat Acclimatization

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director, Principal, and Head Coach

JOB GOAL: To develop and implement an exemplary program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student athlete.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Professional:

• Comply with school site and school board policies and regulations.

• Comply with school and NMAA League policies and regulations.

• Work cooperatively with all staff.

• Relate positively to parents and other community representatives.

• Demonstrate professional growth.

• Be prompt and accurate with required records and reports.

• Be responsible for the district program 7th – 12th grade.

• Evaluate assistant coaches.

• Accept responsibilities outside the team as they relate to the school and community.

• Assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment and facilities.

• Assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for student athletes.

• Complete HB 128 coursework.

• Assume other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or Superintendent.

Interpersonal:

• Practice and promote positive interaction with and among student athletes, the school and community.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for coaching and learning.

• Demonstrate an interest in student athletes and the overall athletic program.

• Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.

• Create clearly defined standards of behavior and academic performance.

• Refrain from foul or inappropriate language while dealing with students, parents and staff.

Instructional Performance:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the area being coached.

• Demonstrate the ability to adjust instruction of strategy and fundamentals to student athletes’ needs and interests.

• Maintain an organized program based on effective long range goals.

• Exhibit evidence of effective planning and organization.

• Utilize a variety of appropriate strategies and resources.

• Communicate fundamental coaching expectations and the importance to students.

• Utilize appropriate and varied coaching techniques and learning activities.

• Maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and inform appropriate staff.

• Maintain discipline appropriate to a learning situation.

• Use positive reinforcement and constructive criticism to maintain good student discipline.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds on occasion), reaching, squatting, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.

SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.

• Follows ergonomic lifting practices.

• Emergency First Aid/CPR/AED Certification preferred.

EQUIPMENT / MATERIAL HANDLED:

Must know how to properly operate multimedia equipment including current technology.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise and temperature. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility, professionalism, respect and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of classified staff.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary is established by salary schedule.

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

This position description for Assistant Coach is effective upon receipt. Personnel policies adopted by the Board of Education, and deemed appropriate for the job, shall be in effect. Salary amounts shall be set according to the adopted salary schedule. This position description may be revised at any time in response to district needs.

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By my signature below, I affirm that: the duties and requirements listed on this position description have been explained to me; I have been able to ask questions to clarify matters I do not understand; and I understand and accept them. In accepting this job, I certify that I am able to perform these duties, with or without accommodation, and that I will inform my supervisor immediately of any change in this regard. I also agree to follow District safety rules and accident prevention procedures.

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Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $4,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Sports Coaches & Instructors: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $4,000