Athletics: Assistant Coach - High School 25/26 SY at Seattle Public Schools – Seattle, Washington

Responsibilities include coaching the designated sport under the direction of the Head Coach, assists with the Varsity team, coaches the JV (2nd) and/or JVC (3rd) team including assisting in providing guidance, instruction and experience to enhance students' personal, physical and social growth and development. This position may be held in addition to a classroom teaching or other work assignment.

Position reports to: Building Principal/Athletic Administrator and to Building Athletic Director. Receives direction from Head Coach.

Please note this position is paid based on student participation numbers and compensated by way of a seasonal stipend. Individuals whom are hired after the start date may be determined to receive a pro rated stipend based on the amount of time worked in the assignment.

• Prepares student-athletes mentally and physically for athletic competition.

• Enhances student athlete's personal, physical and social growth and development in a culturally diverse environment.

• Plans and supervises scheduled workouts and games for assigned team.

• Instructs participants in the skills and techniques of the position played in the sport.

• Keeps abreast of current sport knowledge and coaching techniques in designated sport by attending clinics and reviewing related literature.

• Maintains current knowledge of WIAA and Metro rules, regulations and bylaws.

• Attends Varsity contests as requested and provides support for the Head Coach in decision making and management of assigned sports events.

• Assists the Head Coach in management of District-owned equipment, maintenance of records, issuing athletic awards and other functions associated with promotion and management of the designated sport program.

• Attends meetings and clinics as required by the Athletic Department, including attending the League pre-season coaches meeting and annual WIAA sponsored rule clinics as they apply to the particular sport.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective?functioning of the work unit.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of

• Basic rules, strategies, coaching techniques and skills of the designated sport

• Effective behavior management techniques, team dynamics and group learning

Skills in

• Coaching and motivating athletes

• Effective communication, organizing activities and giving instructions

Ability in

• Relate to students, staff, administration and the public in a multi-ethnic environment

• To be fair and consistent when working with students

• To maintain accurate records and supervise fundraising activities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires stamina and endurance; requires physical exertion associated with demonstrating techniques; required to travel between sites

EDUCATION:
Must be a high school graduate or have completed a GED program.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of one year of coaching and/or participation in the designated sport; successful completion of WIAA Coaches Requirements; must be at least 19 years of age.

CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:
Valid State of Washington Driver's License.

PREFERRED:
Valid Washington State Teacher's Certificate.

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Valid "hands on" First Aid and CPR Certification; SPS Adult Sexual Misconduct Class.

CLEARANCES:
Criminal Justice Fingerprint
Background Clearance