Middle School Cross Country Assistant

Middle School Assistant Track Coach

Qualifications: The ability to organize and supervise a middle school team. Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. The coach must have knowledge of the technical aspects of jumps and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field. Must serve as an appropriate role model for student-athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Job Goal: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student-athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc. The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community image of the entire system. Public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health. It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

Duties and Responsibilities: Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Performs such duties which may be assigned by the athletic director/principal. Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student-athletes of the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Instills in each player respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use. Gives constant attention to student-athlete grades and conduct. By his/her presence at all practices, games, and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant. Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits it to the athletic office within 24 hours. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Is accountable for all equipment and responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.