Coach-Track, Assistant Coach at Santa Rosa Middle School (Spring 2024/2025)

*This position starts: 03/24/2025 For more detailed information regarding clearance information and our hiring process for coaches please select "SRCS Coaches Page" found under Links Related to this Job. Additional other duties as assigned related to emergency, crisis and/or pandemic.

MIDDLE SCHOOL COACH

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under supervision of the Principal and school Athletic Director, coach students in a specific sport during the established season at the middle school.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Coach and instruct students in a sport, instruct students in the proper use of equipment and rules of the specific sport
2. Supervise students in the locker room, during practices, during athletic competitions and on buses to and from athletic competitions
3. Maintain student discipline, including the prevention of hazing, harassment and discrimination
4. Apply the “Pursuing Victory With Honor” principles as adopted by the Board of Education and endorsed by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF)
5. Maintain proper inventory and care of equipment and facilities
6. Assess student performance and make coaching decisions without regard to outside teen/youth affiliations. (For coaches who coach both at a school and for a private or community club/team)

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge and ability to prevent injuries
2. Ability to teach and motivate middle school aged students
3. Possess current CPR and First Aid certificate

KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Skills of the sport
2. Strategies and concepts in the sport
3. Rules of the sport
4. Policies of the school district that apply to athletics and student behavior

ABILITY TO:
1. Exhibit positive leadership skills, good sportsmanship and personal and professional integrity
2. Maintain good communication with the Athletic Director, school administrators, other staff and parents
3. Demonstrate good rapport with the coaches and staff of other schools and athletic officials
4. Organize, plan, and execute practices and game schedules in a timely manner
5. Administer CPR and First Aid

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Experience in teaching and coaching the sport
2. Participation in competitive sports in high school, college or community
3. Training in how to teach and coach the sport
4. Formal training in child development and/or experience with youth
5. Teaching credential preferred, but not necessary

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The environment is typically a locker room, gymnasium, field, court or track. The coach is responsible for equipment, records, school district forms, attending coaching meetings and security of the school facility.

Welcome to Santa Rosa City Schools where we embrace, engage and empower all students. Our vision is that SRCS will send students into the world empowered to find purpose, think critically, embrace diversity, work together, and adapt to our changing planet, and live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our mission is that SRCS ensures equitable access to a transformative educational experience grounded in the assets of our students, staff, and community. We nurture the whole student in an engaging, challenging, and safe environment. We recognize and value each student's individuality and our community's cultural wealth. As we prepare our students for their futures as citizens of the 21st century, we remain committed to hiring exceptional staff to lead and support this work. EMBRACE---ENGAGE---EMPOWER Required: CPR and 1st Aid Certificate (NO ONLINE CERTIFICATES ACCEPTED. SRCS only accepts American Red Cross, American Heart Association or National Safety Council.) Coaches Ed. Class- Fundamentals of Coaching Concussion Certificate Sudden Cardiac Arrest Certificate Heat Illness Certification Mandated Reporter - School Personnel Certification 2 letters of Recommendation Knowledge in track & field events and understanding of fundamentals. Good communication skills with a focus on age appropriate fundamentals. Positive role model while promoting sportsmanship and teamwork. Proper certifications and safety training. Desired: Patience, encouragement, and ability to motivate middle school athletes while having fun. Communication with parents, administrators and athletes.