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Salary Schedule / Grade: Stipend According to the DEA Master Agreement
F.L.S.A Status: Non-exempt
Summary
Under the direction of the building athletic director/principal, head coach and assistant coach instructs and works with athletes to prepare them for competition. Coaches help athletes to play their best individually and as a team in sports such as football, baseball, basketball, softball, soccer, volleyball, wrestling, tennis, cross country, swimming, track and golf. Coaches are experts on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their sports. Coach must also know about sports equipment, physical fitness, safety as well as the related eligibility and compliance guidelines for DPS and the Ohio High School Athletics Association. Coaches appropriate attire will be determined by the Executive Director of Athletics. Due to the increased duties and requirements from the district and the OHSAA standards, coaches will not be considered for athletic director positions.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Incumbent performs a majority of the following duties
Organization and Communication
Communicate information regarding expectation, practices, competitions and other events with parents, players and administration in a timely manner
Conduct orientation programs for parents, athletes and assistant coaches
Develop procedures and establish open communication with parents and athletes to address any issues or concerns related to the team
Administrative
Implement and follow Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA), district, state and school athletic codes, rules and philosophies
Monitor athlete class attendance, behavior and academic progress
Ensure quality, effectiveness and validity of any oral or written correspondence with the media
Training and Preparation of Athletes
Teach sports techniques, playing rules, strategies and playing tactics
Practice with clear objectives and goals including practice plans
Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility
Supervise and conduct practices and contests safely; supervise locker rooms and vehicles
Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one’s team
Respond to player injuries with approved first aid techniques
Model appropriate behavior and sportsmanship in and out of the athletic arena
Provide coverage for absent coaches
Provide positive motivation
All DPS District Assistant Coaches Are Expected To Abide By The Coaches’ Code Of Ethics As Outlined In DPS Board Policy. As a Professional Educator And Leader, The Head Coach Will
Be modest in victory and gracious in defeat
Respect the integrity and judgment of the game officials
Provide a safe environment for practice and competition
Communicate and interpret program goals and objectives to parents and community
Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgment in each team member
Create a set of training rules for athletes which reflects the positive values of abstaining from the use of drugs, alcohol and tobacco
Encourage and assist team members to set personal goals to achieve their highest academic potential
Recognize the individual worth and reinforce the self-image of each team member
Exemplify the highest moral character a role model for young people
CORE BEHAVIORS & COMPETENCIES
Job-specific
Coping with Stress = think critically and solve problems in difficult situations; capable of handling interruptions effectively
Interpersonal Skills = successfully interact and engage with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and others; enjoy working with children
Adaptability and Flexibility = willingness to change methods and approaches as appropriate
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the U.S.
Verifications
Must pass Federal and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation background check in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code Section 3301-83-06
Ohio Teaching license preferred
Knowledge & Experience
Three or more years previous coaching experience at high school or college or higher level in the sport being coached.
Knowledge of overall operation of an athletic program
Must pass a district background check
Possess valid CPR/First-Aid, Pupil Activity Permit, Fundamental of Coaching, Concussion in Sports Course certificates and Cardiac Arrest Course Certificate.
All things being equal, hiring priority is given to DEA credentialed teachers
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES/DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions with or without the use of aids
Sufficient vision to read print
Sufficient distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to focus
Sufficient depth perception
Sufficient color acuity
Sufficient hearing to here verbal directions
Sufficient hearing to here normal conversation in person and on the telephone
Ability to speak in a voice that can be clearly heard and understood on the telephone and in face-to-face conversations and in a classroom setting
Ability to use your arms to reach horizontally and vertically
Sufficient dexterity to manipulate small objects and print or write legibly
Sufficient physical ability, strength, mobility, stamina to climb, bend, stretch, stand, kneel, walk, stoop, extend legs, and stamina to lift, carry, push or pull objects, which weigh 20 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regularly works in an office environment.
Work may be subject to frequent interruptions
Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines
The Dayton Public School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities for all people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or affiliation with a union or professional organization.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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