Girls Cross Country Head Coach-WMS

Girls Cross Country Head Coach-WMS Portage Township Schools, Willow Creek Middle School – Portage, Indiana Responsibilities Develop the activities for the assigned sport, including appropriate practice and competition schedules, season records and other awards, equipment and uniform inventory. Notify student athletes of all policies, procedures, and training rules according to the sport assigned. Emphasize skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, character development and discipline within the sport assigned. Supervise student athletics during practice, competitions, or other activities, and correct student athlete conduct as appropriate. Monitor academic progress of student athletes to ensure eligibility. Coordinate and secure all facilities and equipment, including uniforms or other supplies, used by the team and staff. Maintain team roster. Perform any other responsibilities related to the coaching positions needed or directed by the athletic director. Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship. Work with student athletes in a fair, understanding, tolerant, systematic, and patient manner. Promote school and community interest in the sport assigned. Hold preseason or postseason parent meetings. Ensure required physical examinations and forms are completed and submitted. Maintain association membership. Maintain certification in IHSAA‑mandated courses and CPR. Report all injuries or other concerns. Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of the sport assigned, with prior successful coaching experience preferred. Familiar with Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) rules concerning the sport assigned. IHSAA and NFHS Coaching Certification preferred (training available). First Aid and CPR certified as well as knowledge and understanding of the concussion protocol (training available). Ability to communicate with parents and students. Ability to address situations dealing with blood, bodily fluids, and tissue. Ability to foster positive student‑athlete relationships, and to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community. Exhibits high standards of professional ethics and conduct. Successfully complete criminal history and DCS clearances. Salary Coaches are paid a stipend according to the season of the assigned sport. Physical Demands Ability to demonstrate the appropriate skills and techniques to be used by the athletes. Visually able to monitor athlete’s performance. Sitting, standing for periods of time, lifting, reaching and may require carrying of equipment (up to 50 pounds). #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education