Performance Training Coach

Purpose

The purpose of the Performance Training Coach (PTC) position is to enhance the overall wellness of Upper School and Middle School students.

Essential Job Functions

CLASSROOM

• Plans curriculum, teaches and works with students individually, and in small and group settings
• Instructs proper fundamentals and techniques in areas relating to coachs specific area of expertise (e.g. rowing coaches will teach and instruct students on the erg machines; baseball coaches will teach and instruct students on hand-eye coordination techniques; track & field/cross country coaches will implement a cardiovascular conditioning regimen for students to complete during the class period; etc.)
• Incorporates and teaches character-building skills in curriculum

• Creates a positive and encouraging environment for learning
• Places emphasis on personal success, fair play and personal health
• Communicates material to students in a clear manner, responds to student questions, provides opportunities for students to implement and test the skill sets they learn to ensure an optimum learning experience
• Takes attendance, assumes responsibility of scoring / reporting on students progress and follows the curriculum
• Collaborates with Physical Education (PE) teachers and Athletic Director to ensure teaching objectives are met; PTCs are primarily in charge of Middle School PE

• Provides supervision regarding student conduct and interactions; communicates concerning behavior to Athletic Director and addresses as needed
• Utilizes free periods to plan curriculum, develop performance training workouts, plan practices and games, inventory equipment, handle parent phone calls and conducts player meetings
• Provides supervision of students during arrival and dismissal times
• Addresses issues such as bullying, property damage, littering or any type of behavior that is out of character and does not align with School expectations
• Works with Academic Division Heads on the enforcement of school

• Responds appropriately in the event of an emergency, ensuring that students are safe and following safety guidelines
• Maintains all child care standards as required by law, and works with the Administration to ensure compliance with all regional, state, and federal regulations as these laws apply to the school
• Adheres to all guidelines in divisional and school-wide handbooks
• Serves as a role model to all students and to members of the Pine Crest Community
• Attends all regularly scheduled faculty meetings and teacher professional days

• Utilizes the remainder of the days class periods to support student supervision needs in the Middle School and Upper School as directed by the Head Performance Training Coach, not to exceed 40% of the workday

COACHING

• Coaches across multiple sports, preferably at the Middle School level
• Attends practices / games and occasional weekend athletic events

• Accompanies and supervises team on all away events; serves as primary chaperone, in loco parentis capacity
• Drives bus as needed
• Ensures adherence to the rules and regulations of the FHSAA

Essential Performance Characteristics

• Supports the Schools mission statement and the philosophy of the department
• Makes effective use of technology, as applicable to the position
• Promotes a positive environment and a team oriented approach to work
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others

• Adheres to dress code in a professional manner
• Keeps supervisor advised of all developments; consults with supervisor when conflicts or disagreements arise and performs in a professional, supportive manner that leads to greater productivity within the department and organization
• Consistently maintains absolute confidentiality and professionalism with privileged information
• Maintains a consistent high level of performance, including accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Maintains a regular, dependable attendance (be at work regularly, on time, with occasional absences that are reasonably predictable)

• Maintains a high regard for personal safety and for the safety of school students, employees and assets
• Demonstrates dependability and responsibility
• Adheres to School policies and procedures, including but not limited to what is outlined in the Faculty and Staff Employee Handbook
• Employee may be required to work on either campus at such time(s) and with such frequency as may be deemed appropriate in the Schools discretion.
• Accepts and completes other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Department Supervisor, as well as from the Department Supervisors appointed designee

Education

Bachelors degree


Masters degree preferred

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum 3 years coaching or playing (High School level or above); classroom


experience preferred


Knowledgeable of current performance training pedagogy


Knowledgeable in the use of current performance training technology (e.g.


TeamBuilder)

Certifications


and/or Licenses

CDL License preferred; required to obtain after hire


CPR certified preferred; required to obtain after hire


Certification/license related to primary sport preferred (e.g. Soccer: A-E license)