Head Girls Cross Country Coach

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS

Upper Arlington City School District

Job Title: Head Coach - Girls Cross Country - Upper Arlington High School

Reports to: Director of Student Life

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in girl’s cross country.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: High school certification and previous interscholastic girl’s cross country coaching experience required. Prior successful experience working in a school seting or coaching student-athletes is strongly preferred.

Accurate Reporting: Educators shall accurately report information required by the local board of education or governing board, state education agency, federal agency or state or federal law.

Financial Management: Educators shall ensure all school funds and accounts are managed in a responsible and transparent manner. Educators shall ensure school property, public funds or fees paid by students or the community are not used for personal gain. Educators shall not make decisions based upon gifts, gratuities, favors or the socioeconomic status of parents, family members, community members or businesses.

Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others' ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to successfully coach, lead and/or motivate adolescent students.

Culture and Team building: Ability to work in alignment with the district’s strategic plan. Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the district’s core values, mission and vision. Demonstrates ability to build relationships with athletes, parents and school community. Demonstrated ability and experience in creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive team environment.

Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English. Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on one, small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to verbally respond to common inquiries from students. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals and regulations. Ability to write general reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.Demonstrated ability and experience in executing coaching decisions and player selection in a fair, equitable and consistent manner.

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions in varying forms. Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use, e-mail, internet software and word processing software. Ability to type accurately and proficiently.

Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of child growth and development at each level of instruction and of the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of adolescent students. Demonstrated ability to participate in physically demanding athletic activities. Possesses knowledge of effective behavior management methods. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in a dynamic environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must hold or be willing to obtain the following certifications: Fundamentals of Coaching, Concussion Training, First Aid or Sports Injury Prevention Training, CPR/AED, Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay’s Law), Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.

Schedule Flexibility: Demonstrates availability during unusual hours to accommodate the time-intensive demands of girls cross country. Recognizes that girls cross country requires a significant time commitment.

Organizational Skills: Manages multiple schedules effectively, ensuring that all athletes and staff are where they need to be.

Communication Skills: Exhibits excellent communication skills to effectively engage with families and student-athletes.

Knowledge and Passion for the Sport: Possesses a strong understanding of the mental and physical aspects of girls cross country and how to improve both. Demonstrates a deep passion for the sport.

Team Bonding and Culture: Fosters team bonding and creates a positive and inclusive team culture.

Support for Middle School and Youth Programs: Actively supports and engages with middle school and youth programs, recognizing their importance in developing a strong foundation for the high school program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Instructs and teaches skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in cross country
• Establishes a fair and objective manner for executing player selection and effectively communicates with students regarding selection decisions for team rosters
• Demonstrates a willingness to meet with the parent(s) or guardian(s) of any student who is a member or trying out for the team
• Demonstrates the ability and/or experience to create and maintain an inclusive team culture
• Plans and sets-up activities, practices, and meets in conjunction with the department of student life
• Ensures a certified coach is present at all cross country practices and meets
• Develops appropriate training programs and practice schedules
• Ensures that proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms and updated inventories are adhered to
• Arranges meet transportation for athletic participants in conjunction with department of student life
• Travels with student athletes for all events or assigns a School District approved designee to travel with all other levels, on the team bus both to and from meets
• Adheres to all financial policies of the district in regard to the collection and disbursement of money, expenses, and receipts
• Makes recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies
• Works directly with the Director of Student Life in preparing cross country practice and meet schedules
• Maintains necessary records and completes required paperwork in a specified time and manner
• Ensures that proper form(s) (insurance, attendance, medical) are obtained and current
• Ensures that all student athletes practicing or playing have been cleared through the Director of Student Life’s office
• Enforces discipline policies and emphasizes sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles. Supervises students in locker rooms at home and away meets and ensures appropriate behavior
• Checks and secures all office, storage room, outside doors, locker rooms and all lights after the last player leaves after meets and practices (Head Coach may delegate this responsibility to an Assistant Coach)
• Ensures that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed
• Maintains a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times
• Ensures that medical and safety requirements are adhered to Coordinates with the Press and reports meet placings
• Follows OHSAA rules and regulations
• Follows Ohio Capital Conference rules and regulations
• Provides guidance for the youth and middle school girls cross country programs.
• Assists in the selection and training of Assistant Coaches
• Works with Athletic Training when reporting injuries
• Reports and secures approval from the district for all adults associated with their sport
• Submits athlete rosters to the Director of Student Life three weeks before the first meet, any changes to student information on the roster, inventories (copy to Office Secretary as well), final season statistics and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season (list includes the number of awards earned and the class of the athlete
• Consults with the Director of Student Life regarding any off-season training programs
• Assigns duties to all assistant coaches under his/her jurisdiction; including pre-season practice sessions
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, fellow coaches, and officials and resolves conflict in a professional manner
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with student, parents, community, staff and the media
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required
• Attends work regularly and is punctual

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Marginal duties of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Attends inservice training and staff meetings as needed.
• Sanitizes and cleans equipment.
• Inspects facilities and athletic courses for health and safety concerns.
• Chaperones/supervises athletic events, as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
All school employees have some responsibility for supervising standards and assisting in maintaining a safe environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is frequently required to move; sit; use technology. The employee must have the ability to teach proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard cross country course and other athletic event settings. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee is regularly exposed to wet/humid and/or outdoor weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or blood borne pathogens.

OTHER
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms of conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

**Upper Arlington Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the work place throughout his/her employment with the District.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor and or appointing authority.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race,color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion,military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.