Head Coach – Girls Outdoor Track and Field

The Head Coach is responsible for helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. The Head Coach reports to the Athletic Director.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible with Athletic Director for all matters relating to the organization, administration and philosophy of the sport under his/her direction.
• Serves in a leadership capacity to the community program.
• Oversees the level in his/her sport.
• Adheres to the MIAA Coaches Guidebook and BPS Coaches Handbook; Acts as a positive role model on and off the court/field/site, etc
• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Maintains competency in MIAA rules, event procedures, coaching techniques and general information about all aspects of the sport.
• Recommends to the Athletic Director/Head Coach teams that may be scheduled.
• Works closely with the Athletic Director to schedule BPS facility use.
• Secures the Athletic Director’s approval before scheduling non-school facilities for off-campus activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Valid teaching certificate and a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• First aid and CPR training required.
• MIAA’s Coaches Education Certification Level 1 or 2 certification required of new Coaches (effective 2016-2017).
• Experience in teaching, coaching, and sports medicine preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate success in the area of application.
• Sport specific certifications preferred.