JOB DESCRIPTION: Coach

CONTRACT TERMS:  Determined by sport

REPORTS TO:  Athletic Director

SALARY SCHEDULE:  Social Circle City School District Coaching Schedule

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT:  Exempt

Overall Purpose:
Coaches lead an athletic team throughout the season, including training sessions, practices and competitions. They serve as a role model for the athletes, teaching them sportsmanship and proper conduct as an athlete, along with the skills and strategies necessary to play the game well. The Coach also serves as the face of the team, representing them in various settings, and they communicate with different groups, including parents, organization stakeholders and the community. They ensure the team meets any eligibility requirements for various competitions and tournaments.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Planning and leading practice sessions
• Creating strategies to lead the team to victory in competitions
• Providing feedback and coaching during competitions
• Maintaining player and team records
• Recruiting new athletes for the team
• Mentoring players to develop sportsmanship and respect for the game
• Motivating players to improve
• Maintaining the equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditions

Skills & Qualifications:
• Understanding of the rules and regulations governing the sport
• Familiarity with specific skills and strategies for the sport
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop athletes
• Focus on playing fair and adhering to the organization’s code of conduct
• Facilitating dispute resolution within the team structure to improve teamwork
• Communicating with other Coaches, players, parents and organization members
• Ability to help all players improve through practices and individual coaching
• Creating a safe environment designed to keep athletes healthy and injury-free

CLEARANCES:
Criminal Justice Fingerprint
Background Clearance

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE
Social Circle City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices.  It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and all accompanying regulations.