Coach - Basketball Girls (Middle School)

Position Summary Title Code Temp: Team Sports Coach This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible Candidates may be contacted as positions become available at this school. During the application process you will select location(s). Reports to: Coordinator - Athletics Job Summary Supports interscholastic athletics programs at AACPS for students who would like to pursue the challenges as well as the benefits of sports. May be assigned as Head, Assistant, or Volunteer Coach. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Provides a set of written training rules/code of conduct policies to their students at the beginning of the season; refer to the Athletic Handbook (V. Coaching Guidelines & regulations. Sec 2, No.2a.) for guidance. Determines the personnel of the team. Administers appropriate forms of discipline for infractions of athletic policies, rules, or regulations, consistent with the Administrative HELP Manual’s reference to due process. Provides written communication to the student athlete regarding the requirements for earning an athletic award prior to the start of the season. Submits to the athletic director an eligibility roster for certification at least one week before the first contest. Collects and reviews completed required forms from each student athlete prior to their participation. Maintains a written inventory of equipment, supplies and uniforms at the conclusion of the season. Familiarizes themselves with all current medical protocols and guidelines involving interscholastic athletics. Knows and enforces all state, county and school athletic policies and procedures. Attends appropriate meetings in the school and at the county level and attend appropriate rules interpretation meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower. Additional Duties Assistant Coach - Reports to and works with the head coach to establish a uniform program. Assistant Coach - Provides the head coach with all requested information. Minimum 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, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required. Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred. Experience Athletic experience at the middle school, high school, college, organized recreation council program, and/or professional level in the sport or related coaching experience required. Current teaching experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics Demonstrated ability to speak and write effectively. Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with students, staff, and parents. Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). Licenses and Certifications Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required; and Hold or be eligible for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required; and Hold or be eligible for First Aid Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required; Successful completion of Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Course issued by AACPS required. Hold or be eligible for Concussion in Sports Certification issued by National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) required. Hold or be eligible for Heat Illness Prevention Certification issued by National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) required. Driving Requirements N/A Leadership Role N/A Physical Demands/Working Conditions The physical demands and working conditions 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. Physical Demands Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. No special vision requirements Work Environment Location Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Exposure Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Noise Level Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Weight & Force Lifting and carrying requirements None: Travel Requirements N/A #J-18808-Ljbffr Anne Arundel County Public Schools