Position Title

Boys Modified Football Assistant Coach

Required Application Type

Coach

Salary/Pay Scale

Per NTA Contract

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The assistant Coach at the modified level is responsible for supporting the leadership for the program within the particular sport.  

EXPECTED RESULTS:

• Assists with plans and supervises all practices, contests, and other events of the team.
• Teaches rules, strategies, and skills to the athletes.
• Abides by district policies and decisions.
• Ensures that practice and game procedures, facilities and equipment are safe for student athletes.
• Supervises the management of equipment and uniforms.
• Instructs and models positive sportsmanship and citizenship.
• Notifies Athletic Director, Athletic Trainer and/or School Nurse regarding major injuries.
• Notifies the Athletic Director of any unusual incidents in a timely manner.
• Attends meetings as required including:
  • Pre-season athletes’ and parents’ meetings
  • League or Section coaches’ meeting.
• Attends end-of-season banquet/event with student-athletes and/or families.
• Acts a liaison with youth and community organizations in the sport.
• Seeks professional development opportunities and notifies staff of the same.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Maintains appropriate NYS certification in a timely manner.

Job Qualifications

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of specific sport
• Understanding of adolescent development
• Ability to articulate vision and mission of the program
• Sets high expectations for self and studentathletes

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• NYSED Coaching Certification/Licensure OR
• NYS Teacher Certification – Physical Education

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience coaching sport at or above level of application
• Demonstrated success in leading a successful team/program

Ability and commitment to work with athletes of diverse backgrounds

Application Procedure

Names and phone numbers of 2 references

Job Category

Coach

Job Location

District Wide

Additional Information