Head Unified Track and Field Coach

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Adhere to paperwork deadlines – eligibility lists, team roster, transportation schedules, inventory sheets, equipment order forms, assistant coaches’ evaluations, and various other paperwork required by the SDoL, LL League, and PIAA.
• Attend yearly PIAA rules interpretation meeting.
• Possess a thorough understanding of all PIAA and NFHS rules for the appropriate sport.
• Attend trainings, clinics, or conferences provided by the athletic director.
• Delegate duties to coaching staff.
• Adhere to attendance, eligibility and discipline policies.
• Collect and inventory equipment.
• Meet with entire coaching staff, including middle school and McCaskey East coaches, a minimum of twice yearly (prior to the season and at the conclusion of the season).
• Provide opportunities for the middle school and McCaskey East coaches to assist in practices at the beginning of the varsity season.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated experience coaching the sport at the JV/Varsity level.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification preferred or have the ability to obtain within two years.
• National coaching certification preferred (ASEP/NFHS/Other Governing Body) preferred or have the ability to obtain within two years.
• A strong understanding of basic fundamentals and movements of the sport.
• A thorough knowledge of current trends, tactics, strategies, and skills of the sport.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, coaches, parents, faculty members and administrators.
• Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds preferred.
• Availability to organize and implement a year-round training program.

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