Sports Coach

The Coaches will oversee a comprehensive intramural sports program at one of the CARES Expanded Learning elementary/middle school sites. The program must include the following components: Academics, Sportsmanship, Teamwork, Skill Building, and Physical Activity. Programs operate during after-school hours, five days a week until 6 pm. The two sports offered are Soccer in the fall (co-ed) and Basketball (separate boys and girls team). Each sport will consist of two teams which will be a 6th /7th-grade roster and 8 th grade roster.

Reports To: Expanded Learning Coordinator and School Site Program Coordinator

Pay: $17/hour, part-time

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively with diverse district/school staff, students, parents, and community members
• Ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
  
• Experience working in youth programs (e.g., youth recreation sports programs)
• Experience working in a school and/or non-profit setting
• Able to implement and supervise a positive, safe, and learning environment incorporating academics, physical activities
• Must pass a criminal background check and TB test clearance
• Able to travel to required meetings; must have a clean driving record and insurance if using a personal vehicle

Preferred:

• Bachelor's or 2 years college (minimal 48 college units) with 2 years related experience

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain communication and positive relationships with all stakeholders (e.g., student-athletes, their families and school community, school principal, district partners, and city partners)
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding student progress and performance in the sports program
• Oversee coordination of middle school program and ensure positive learning environment and program best practices
• Work with the Expanded Learning Coordinator and the Program Coordinator in the development of the elementary/middle school sports schedule as well as selection of participants
• Maintain all required documentation and positive behavior reinforcement required for student-athlete eligibility
• Manage day-to-day operations of the elementary /middle school sports program to ensure compliance
• Purchase, manage, and track inventory of supplies and equipment
  
• Design and implement a meaningful program that meets the needs of program student-athletes
• Effectively manage student recruitment, enrollment, sports schedule, and sports procedures to meet program goals
• Participate in all meetings, workshops, and activities organized by BACR and MDUSD District Agencies
• Other duties as assigned