Outdoor Track and Field Coach (Middle School)

Supports interscholastic athletics programs at AACPS for students who would like to pursue the challenges as well as the benefits of sports. May be assigned as Head, Assistant, or Volunteer Coach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides a set of written training rules/code of conduct policies to their students at the beginning of the season; refer to the Athletic Handbook (V. Coaching Guidelines & regulations. Sec 2, No.2a.) for guidance.
• Determines the personnel of the team.
• Administers appropriate forms of discipline for infractions of athletic policies, rules, or regulations, consistent with the Administrative HELP Manual’s reference to due process.
• Provides written communication to the student athlete regarding the requirements for earning an athletic award prior to the start of the season.
• Submits to the athletic director an eligibility roster for certification at least one week before the first contest.
• Collects and reviews completed required forms from each student athlete prior to their participation.
• Maintains a written inventory of equipment, supplies and uniforms at the conclusion of the season.
• Familiarize themselves with all current medical protocols and guidelines involving interscholastic athletics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred.
• Athletic experience at the middle school, high school, college, organized recreation council program, and/or professional level in the sport or related coaching experience required.