Junior HIgh Football Coach (Flag)

The Primary purpose of this position is to perform leadership to assigned athletic program, coaching duties as well as assigning duties and responsibilities to assistant coaches.

Essential Job Functions:

• Directs and supervises organized practices sessions during the regulated season; to include seasonal goals and objectives.
• Work cooperatively with parents, other coaches, staff, and support programs.
• Assists the Athletic Director in maintaining the care for athletic facilities and aid in preparation of the facilities for athletic competition.
• Assists Athletic Director in purchasing equipment, supplies and uniforms for the particular sport.
• Assists Athletic Director in game scheduling.
• Responsible to conduct pre-season meeting with all athletes and parents, outlining schedules, student athletic contracts, and Student Athletic Handbook.
• Works to improve skills and knowledge of each athlete and the team as a whole.
• Organizes team members according to competitive levels.
• Enforces appropriate team rules and team discipline.
• Follows guidelines and principles of sportsmanship.
• Adheres to requirements of athletic eligibility.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills possessed will exemplify a moral character that is consistent with being a positive role model for middle school students.
• Knowledge of the sport at the middle school level (to include recent rule changes). Through cooperation and communication with Head Coaches, develop a system of play that can be effectively communicated with assistants to implement at the middle school level. Know how to communicate effectively with athletes and parents.
• Ability to work harmoniously with others. To organize and manage students time effectively. To use problem solving strategies consistently. Adjusts to performing practices in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations.