Assistant Football Coach

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
 
HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT COACH
 
Qualifications:                       

• Current Substitute Certificate
• Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

 
Fair Labor Standards Act Status:  To be determined at the time of hire
 
Reports to:                            
Head Coach
Athletic Director
Building Principal
 
Job Goal:                               
To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.
 
Performance Responsibilities:         

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
• Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

 
 
Terms of Employment:         
The Assistant Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.
 
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Assistant Coach Performance Based Evaluation.