Job Overview
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success while at the same time helping the athlete to achieve an appreciation for the values of discipline, sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the athletic coordinator in providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.
- Attend all league meetings regarding scheduling and rule updates specific to their sport.
- Responsible for developing their schedules for all levels of play.
- Communicates all schedule changes to the Director of Athletics or athletic coordinator.
- Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment storage areas.
- Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices, and adheres to scheduled facility times.
- Makes recommendations for awards and is responsible for clarification of the award policy to athletes.
- Participates in the budgeting process with the Director of Athletics by establishing requirements for the next season. Is responsible for explaining equipment guidelines as to type, color, style, or technical specifications. Is responsible for operating within the established budget.
- Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and use.
- Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
- Maintains current Connecticut coaching certification with the State of Connecticut Department of Education.
- Performs other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the Director of Athletics and/or principal.
- Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit.
- Updated CPR/First Aid training approved by Connecticut State Department of Education.
- Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
- Has substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.
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