Head Golf Coach

The Head Coach will direct and oversee a specific athletic program within the school. They will help each participating student-athlete achieve a higher level of skills, an appreciation for the values of discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship and an increased level of self esteem while following the Mission, Vision, Philosophy, and Core Values of the Department and School District.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the current team and develops strategies based on these findings.
• Evaluates team members to determine fitness levels and potential; assigns positions or roles to athletes based on strengths and weaknesses.
• Sets goals for the team that may include team and individual player goals achievements; directs and motivates staff and players toward achievement of such goals.
• Prepares game plans in collaboration with other team coaches for each competition.
• Gathers available information on competitors’ performance records, abilities, play styles, and game strategies, then develops appropriate game strategies to meet the challenge of those competitors.
• Provides instruction to team members before, during, and after an event in an effort to win competitions.
• Schedules and coordinates practice schedules and procedures; plans, organizes, and leads practice sessions.
• Develops physical conditioning programs that equip athletes to meet their potential.
• Ensures student-athletes are using equipment properly and safely.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of the fundamentals of the applicable team sport.
• Thorough understanding of the rules and regulations associated with student-athletes and coaches in the sport.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and managerial skills.
• Ability to appropriately communicate with athletes and coaches.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent leadership and motivational skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the assigned sport.

Maynard Public Schools is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.