What are the responsibilities and job description for the Club Sport Coach/Instructor position at Worcester Polytechnic Institute?
JOB TITLE
Club Sport Coach / Instructor
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
PERA - JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
WPI Club Sports program is seeking part-time coaches / instructors for our various Club Sports teams. Please know that candidate applications will remain on file until June 30 of each year.
WPI is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are looking for candidates who can support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities of the WPI Club Sports Coach / Instructor include the following :
- Conduct safe and well-organized practice sessions and instruction that enable club members to develop and improve their skills.
- Be attentive to appropriate safety practices, including the inspection of equipment and the reporting of any hazardous facility / field conditions.
- Promote and model fair play and good sportsmanship.
- Represent the respective club and the WPI Club Sports Program in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Attend training session(s) as requested.
- Notify the Associate Athletic Director immediately of any injuries, and complete an Accident Injury Report on TechSync
- Monitor the use of all club equipment or uniforms
- Provide recommendations for PE credit and grades for participants.
- Assure the participants have submitted a Release of Liability Form prior to taking part in tryouts, practice or contest.
- All Club Sports must have at least one coach travel with the team on bus trips.
- Provide supervision to assure that alcohol or any other illegal substance is not present at any practice, game, contest, etc. when the club team is functioning as a representative group from WPI. Coaches are responsible for assuring that their Club Sports Team is abiding by this expectation.
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
