Spring MS Asst Track

POSTING DETAILS

NOTE: IF YOU ARE A CURRENT EMPLOYEE, YOU NEED ONLY INITIATE AN APPLICATION AND UPLOAD A COVER LETTER. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SUBMIT, HOWEVER, YOUR APPLICATION WILL STILL BE CONSIDERED.

The Longview School District has an opening for

Assistant Track Coach - Mt. Solo Middle School

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Contract Term: Spring Season

Stipend: $2658 (Step 1) - $3,102 (Step 3)

FTE: 1.0 (One Position)

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid First-Aid Card and knowledge of proper care of injuries.
• Applicants who have had experience coaching in track, had coaching classes or participated in track in college will be preferred.
• Applicants with a physical education background that includes track will be considered.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

• Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach.
• Demonstrates knowledge of modern trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules and procedures.
• Assists the Head Coach in carrying out their responsibilities.
• Organizes, supervises, and evaluates practice sessions.
• Implement a safety plan that includes teaching of the proper techniques and fundamentals.
• Adhere to all safety rules.
• Has emergency medical plan in place.
• Inform parents of individual players regarding attendance, discipline, and injury.
• Relate to staff members in a professional and effective manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public (particularly at sporting events).
• Good communication skills.
• Good community relations skills.
• Motivate players.
• Keep players informed of available camps, weight programs, etc.
• Teach and discipline in a consistent and equitable manner.
• Aware of and adhere to WIAA, League, District, and Building rules and policies.
• Implement team rules in accordance with the policies and regulations listed above.
• Direct student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
• Assist the Head Coach in scheduling and providing transportation to sporting events.
• Adhere to scheduled facility times.
• Instruct team members as to changes in the rules and teach fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the Head Coach.
• Attend all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
• Secure all doors, lights, windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
• Instill in each player respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use.
• Arrive early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
• Help in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
• Never criticize, admonish, or argue with Head Coach or any staff member within hearing or sight of players or parents.
• Strive to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the Head Coach.
• Examine locker rooms before and after practices and games; check on general cleanliness of the facility.
• Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
  
  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Apply online at www.longviewschools.com, and provide the following documents electronically:

• Electronic Application
• Electronic Cover Letter
• Electronic Resume
• Three (3) Professional References
  
  

Current employees need only initiate an application and upload a cover letter. Consideration will be made as prioritized: 1. Building Staff; 2. District Staff; 3. General Public. This position will remain open until a qualified applicant can be identified.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Job Sharing: Pursuant to RCW 28A.405.070, the District will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Education

The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran, or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws .If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the following district employees, located at 2715 Lilac Street, Longview, 98632, who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Section 504, Student ADA Coordinator

Kari Montgomery, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

(360) 575-7950

kmontgomery@longview.k12.wa.us

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator

Penny Andrews, Executive Director of Employee Services

(360) 575-7004

pandrews@longview.k12.wa.us

Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• Is your record clear of any crimes against persons as defined in RCW 43.43.830 and listed as follows: aggravated murder; first or second degree murder; first or second degree kidnapping; first, second, or third degree assault; first, second, or third degree rape; first, second, or third degree statutory rape; first or second degree robbery; first degree arson; first degree burglary; first or second degree manslaughter; first or second degree extortion; indecent liberties; incest; vehicular homicide; first degree promoting prostitution; communication with a minor; unlawful imprisonment; simple assault; sexual exploitation of minors; first or second degree criminal mistreatment; child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020; first or second degree custodial interference; malicious harassment; first, second, or third degree child molestation; first or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor; first or second degree rape of a child; patronizing a juvenile prostitute; child abandonment; promoting pornography; selling or distributing erotic material to a minor; custodial assault; violation of child abuse restraining order; child buying or selling; prostitution; felony indecent exposure; or any of these crimes as they may be renamed in the future?
• Is your record clear of any dependency action under RCW 13.34.030(2)(b) to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found in any final decision by the director of the department of licensing or a disciplinary board in the following businesses or professions to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor: chiropractic; dentistry; dental hygiene; drugless healing; massage; midwifery; osteopathy; physical therapy; physicians; practical nursing; registered nursing; psychology; and real estate brokers and salespeople?
• Is your record clear, for the last seven years, of being released from prison or of a conviction of any offense that involved drugs, embezzlement, or fraud?
• Will you consent to a criminal history background check?
• Do you certify the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?
• I authorize the Longview School District to inquire with former employers or references and obtain any and all information regarding my job related background. I release and waive the Longview School District, my former employers, and all references from any and all liability in obtaining or disclosing such information. I agree that if I have provided false or incomplete statements, the district may, at its sole discretion, without notice or due process procedures, terminate my employment contract. If such action is taken by the district, the contract shall be deemed void from its inception. References and personal information which become a part of this application will be regarded as confidential and shall not be revealed to me.
• Is your record clear of any guilty plea, conviction, fine, imprisonment, or probation for a violation of any law, police regulation or ordinance (excluding minor traffic violations) within the last seven years?
  
  

General Questions

• Why are you making this application?
• Do you hold a current first aid card?
• Do you have previous paid school district or college coaching experience in this sport? If so, please list the district, position and dates of experience.
• Please list any special skills or qualifications.
• Are you a former school district employee? If yes, please give dates and position.
  
  

Attachments

Cover Letter *

Current Resume*

Optional Application Documents 3

Additional Application Documents 4

References

Classified Professional References: 3 of 7 external references required.