Title: Head Coach Reports To: Building Administrators and the Director of Athletics Job Goal: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. Qualifications:
Head Coaches must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education.
Head Coaches must hold a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate in a teaching field.
The coach will adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations.
The coach will abide by all rules and regulations established by the Poplar Bluff R-I Board of Education.
The coach will abide by and uphold all rules and regulations established by the Missouri State High School Activities Association.
Performance Responsibilities:
Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
Plan and schedule a regular program of practice in season.
Works closely with the Athletic Director in scheduling interscholastic contests.
Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms, as appropriate.
Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork.
Oversee the safety conditions of the facility or area where the assigned sport is conducted.
Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in his/her sport.
Enforces discipline and sportsman-like behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.
Has a good working knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sport he or she is coaching.
As a representative of the Poplar Bluff R-I School District, the coach will reflect a favorable impression of our school system to other schools and communities.
Expectations of Poplar Bluff Coaches:
Follow all policies set forth by the board of education.
Follow all building and department rules and procedures.
Have as a purpose the desire to create a positive influence on players, fans, colleagues, and others to win. The desire to win should never override the health, safety, or welfare of the athletes.
Possess strong values and work ethic.
Promote the athletic program by having strategies for involving others, including parents and media.
Motivate those directly and indirectly associated with the program, resulting in participant, assistant, and supporter sense of ownership.
Have the understanding and control required to respond to a total setting even during the most highly pitched emotional situation.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with persons involved in the school’s operation.
Be organized and prepared. The coach remains flexible at all times, remaining constantly aware of the need for revision and change.
Be a continuous student of the game, constantly searching for better methods, techniques, and strategies.
Be dedicated and committed to the coaching profession.
Take an active role in the prevention of drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse.
Be thoroughly acquainted with the contest rules and be responsible for their interpretation to team members.
Actively use their influence to enhance good sportsmanship by their spectators and instruct players in their sportsmanship responsibilities.
Show respect and support for contest officials.
Keep the Athletic Director informed of major problems and decisions.
Be a good host to opponents, treating them as guests.
Inform players of the conduct expected of them, in the locker room, other school facilities, on the floor or field, and on the bus.
Instruct athletics as to the potential dangers of participating in that sport.
Properly condition players that are members of their squad.
Turn off lights, lock doors, and see that the building and equipment are secure.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Must be able to bend, lift and carry up to 30-40 lbs.
Must be able to communicate clearly with teachers, students, administrators, and other staff.
Must be able to read, understand and follow up on written orders and instructions.
Must be able to operate computers and other related office equipment.
Must be able to move freely.
Any other duties assigned by the Administration.
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy. Head coach will be evaluated by the Building Principal and Athletic Director at the end of the season.