What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Coach - Football (Service Agreement) position at Bibb County Public Schools?
JOB SUMMARY
The Community/Lay Coach carries out the objectives of the sports program as outlined by the head coach. Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. Ensures that the program complies with local and state practices. This position reports to the Head Coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director and Principal.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This job has/has no supervisory responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Instructs student athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for individual and team success. At the same time, the student athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulating of positive and moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
- Assists in the implementation of the program as outlined by the head coach. Is loyal and supportive even though philosophical differences may exist.
- Carry out scouting responsibilities as assigned by the head coach. If the situation necessitates, assume the position of head coach and function as such: Assist the head coach, Issuing- fitting, and monitoring the condition of the equipment used in the sport coached, fundraising, promotes and increase revenue from BCSD events, scheduling and providing transportation to all games and tournaments
- Assists in the necessary preparation to hold practices and games in coordination with the Physical Education and Maintenance Departments.
- Assists in the collection of necessary documentation to fulfil State and District requirements concerning physical exams, consent, and eligibility. Attends staff meetings for the purpose of planning and evaluating the program.
- Supports student retention strategies.
- Promote and encourage fair play, good sportsmanship, and ethical standards of conduct both on and off the field.
- Conducts oneself in a manner that exemplifies self-control and the promotion of good sportsmanship
- Assists with maintaining a yearly inventory of all new and used equipment
- Maintains certification in first aid and CPR
- Performs any other duties as assigned by the Head Coach of the sport, AD or Principal.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Experience working within an athletics program at some level
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of basic techniques of particular sport.
- Skill in providing effective techniques and fundamental training from student athletes
- Ability to organize and conduct practice sessions in a safe manner
CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be GHSA Community/Lay Coach certified
- Valid Driver’s License
- Certification in first aid and CPR
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