Head Varsity Football Coach- SY

PRIMARY FUNCTION :

To develop and implement an exemplary football program that will effectively provide the

best possible education for each student athlete.

QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Applicant should be eligible for a fulltime position with Nelson County Public Schools.

2. Applicant preferably will have at least five years coaching experience at the Varsity level.

3. Applicant should have three excellent references.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Professional Performance

1. To comply with school and school board policies and regulations.

2. To comply with school and Virginia High School League policies and regulations.

3. To work cooperatively with the total staff.

4. To relate positively to parents and other community representatives.

5. To demonstrate professional growth.

6. To be prompt and accurate with required records and reports.

7. To demonstrate command of standard English, both spoken and written.

8. To accept responsibilities outside the football team as they relate to the school and

community.

9. To assume responsibility for care of materials, equipment and facilities.

10. To assume responsibility for a neat, safe environment for student athletes committed

to the coach's care.

1. Interpersonal Relations :

a) To practice and promote positive interaction with and among student athletes,

the school and community.

b) To demonstrate enthusiasm for coaching and learning.

c) To demonstrate an interest in student athletes and the overall athletic

program.

d) To encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.

e) To create clearly defined standards of behavior and academic performance.

2. Subject Matter :

a) To demonstrate knowledge of the area being coached.

b) To demonstrate the ability to adjust instruction of strategy and fundamentals

to student athlete's needs and interests.

3. Planning / Materials :

a) To maintain an organized football program based on effective long range

plans.

b) To exhibit evidence of effective planning and organization.

c) To utilize a variety of appropriate strategies and resources.

4. Techniques / Delivery :

a) To communicate fundamental coaching expectations and its importance to students.

b) To utilize appropriate and varied coaching techniques and learning activities.

c) To maintain an effective system of monitoring student progress and to inform

appropriate persons.

5. Program Management :

a) To maintain discipline appropriate to a learning situation.

b) To use positive reinforcement and constructive criticism to maintain good

student discipline.