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Yuma Union High School District 70

Head Coach-Girls Tennis 2024/2025 (6989)

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TitleHead Coach-Girls Tennis 2024/2025
Posting ID6989
Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Yuma Union High School District #70



Head Coach - Out of District

Purpose Statement:

 

The position of Head Coach is done for the purpose/s of implementing the athletic program for assigned sport(s) in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; providing supervision of other coaching personnel; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student athletes; and serving in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations.  Individuals in this job classification are assigned to a position for assigned sport(s) and oversees all aspects of the respective athletic program(s).

 

Essential Functions:

 
  • Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team placement.
  • Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.g. strength, speed, agility, nutritional, injury prevention, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
  • Develops game strategies/plans (e.g. analyzes opponent strengths and weaknesses, analyzing athlete abilities, creating plays/strategies, etc.) for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletes for the competition.
  • Guides other coaching personnel as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and mentoring.
  • Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities, equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned athletic program.
  • Implements practice schedules and related events (e.g. usage of facilities and equipment, staff assignments, et.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
  • Instructs student athletes for the purpose of promoting individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
  • Follows district and site procedures and policies; follows the district Athletic Handbook and Code; adheres to the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA).
  • Oversees assistant coaches, student managers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of providing direction and monitoring activities.
  • Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college representatives, etc. for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
  • Keeps their school athletic director informed when issues arise that impact the schools athletic program (e. g. liability concerns, parent concerns, etc.).
  • Provides appropriate and prudent supervision for all athletes and students involved in the program.
  • Maintains high standards of personal conduct. Coaches should serve as role models for their athletes.
  • Ensures that all coaches involved with their program, whether paid or volunteer are cleared through the YUHSD Human Resources Department.

Other Functions:

 
  • Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:


Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

SKILLS are required to adapt to changing work priorities; administering first aid; applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; coordinating activities with other schools, districts and/or agencies; organizing and communicating information and concepts.

KNOWLEDGE is required for community support organizations and public relations; equipment used in activity/program; injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols; pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines; public relations protocols; relevant professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to communicate with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; exhibiting strong leadership; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; modeling sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students; motivating participating student athletes; providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach; providing leadership, direction, and team building; traveling to off campus athletic events; traveling to off campus competitions; and working extended hours that may include evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibility

  • Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job functions.  There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Working Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  Duties are normally performed in a school environment or outdoors. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Experience:  Job Related Experience

Education:  -

Required Testing:  -

Certificates & Licenses:

 

Must hold appropriate certification

Drivers License & Evidence of Insurability

NFHS - Fundamentals of Coaching

Concussion in Sports

CPR & First Aid certified

Continuing Educ./Training: As Needed

Clearances:

 

I.V.P. Fingerprint Card/Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status:

Approval Date:

             Salary Range

Non Exempt

 

Varies

Shift TypePart-Time
Salary Range$3,560.00 / Stipend
LocationKofa High School, Yuma, AZ

Applications Accepted

Start Date05/16/2024