Assistant Coach – Unified Track

The position of Assistant Coach is done for the purpose/s of assisting the head coach in designing and implementing the athletic program for assigned sport(s) in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; assist with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.

Essential Functions:

• Assists the Head coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the Head coach.
• Assesses player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the Head coach informed of the athletic performance of students.
• Assists with determining game strategy.
• Assists the Head coach with supervising athletes during practices and competition.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Distributes equipment, supplies, and uniforms to students as directed by the Head coach.
• Follows district and site procedures and policies; follows the district Athletic Handbook and Code; adheres to the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA).
• Oversees any unsafe conditions of the facility or area in which the assigned sport is conducted at all times athletes are present.
• Teaches student-athletes to perform sound, safe fundamental techniques of the designated sport throughout the season.

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