COFFEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
Job Description
Responsible to: Principal
Head Coach
Athletic Director
Qualifications:
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Meets coaching criteria as defined by TSSAA and/or other state interscholastic sport
governing association.
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Relevant coaching experience preferred
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Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
Essential Responsibilities:
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Follows all school rules and system policies
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Serves as head coach designee in absence of head coach
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Follows all rules and regulations regarding the sport as defined in the TSSAA
handbook
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Provides technical expertise in coaching the assigned athletic activity
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Maintains professionalism on and off the field
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Understands and follows the proper administrative line of command and refers all
requests or grievances through proper channels
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Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model
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Teaches student athletes the values of good citizenship, honesty, integrity,
self-discipline, courage, loyalty and sportsmanship
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Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services
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Assists Head Coach in working with the media to develop a positive relationship
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Assists Head Coach in working with the athletic director to evaluate program needs
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Assists Head Coach in making preparation for any athletic event in his/her respective
program
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Promotes the proper use and care of school property
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Regularly inspects playing surface for safety concerns
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Reviews procedures and schedules before the start of the season
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Attends all mandatory programs (e.g. TSSAA required meetings, first aid/CPR
training, etc.)
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Encourages student involvement in program activities. Helps parents and students
understand program objectives. Explains student responsibilities (e.g., scholastic
eligibility, parental permission, physical exams, training/performance schedules,
requirements for letters, optional insurance coverage, waiver forms, etc.)
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Assists Head Coach in organizing team tryouts. Maintains the integrity of the
selection process
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Assists Head Coach in organizing and carrying out a practice schedule
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Assists Head Coach in development of off-season activities (e.g., summer trainings,
clinics, etc.)
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Teaches precautions and procedures to help students prevent injuries. Ensures that
medical authorization forms are on file and readily available. Promptly
documents all injuries that require attention
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Participates in student recognition programs
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Rides on bus with players, when applicable, to and from games, contests and camps
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Helps with supervision responsibilities related to the preparation of athletic fields,
and practice areas
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Assists Head Coach in assigning and keeping track of athletic equipment issued to
students and staff, and helps to maintain inventory of all new and used equipment
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Ensures that students keep locker rooms and practice areas orderly
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Helps arrange transportation and lodging for sanctioned activities
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Obtains permission to be away when duties conflict with other assigned duties
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Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave students
unsupervised
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Works closely with the athletic boosters association
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Establishes a working relationship with system schools and coaches at all levels
General Requirements:
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Follows Federal and State Laws and adopted policies and procedures in accordance
with School Board priorities
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Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest
standards of public education and in support of the District's Vision/Mission
Statements
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Maintains ethical standards, which include professionalism and the protection of
confidential student and staff information
4. Other responsibilities and/or duties may be required and assigned