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Cross Assistant Coach – Columbia Jobs in Nampa, USA at Nampa School District
Position: Cross Country Assistant Coach – Columbia – 26-27
REPORTS TO
Head Coach
POSITION
Cross Country Assistant Coach
CATEGORY
Temporary
DEPARTMENT
Athletics
LOCATION
Columbia High Schools
SUMMARY
To motivate and develop each athlete’s skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide them toward success, personal growth, and good character. Provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Lead and motivate to excel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in‑school events, and supervise students during related field trips and other out‑of‑school functions.
- Assist with organizing practice schedules and game rosters.
- Assist with assigning positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play.
- Attend out‑of‑school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions.
- Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in Cross Country; track student performance and develop stat sheets.
- Assist with arrangements with the athletics and activities director for transportation, scheduling, coordination of officials, or other arrangements for competitions.
- Ensure the safety of the students, maintain responsibility for equipment and facilities, and ensure safety equipment is used correctly.
- Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to medical procedures and student athletes, including the district’s concussion policy.
- Ensure that students are eligible to participate and that they have had any necessary physical examinations.
- Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members.
- Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and remain professional even when tension is high.
- Maintain high standards of conduct for student athletes, including respect and fair play.
- Abide by the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook.
- Assist with the responsibility of collecting funds.
- Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, and operators of non‑district facilities used for practice or competition as appropriate.
- Assist the head coach, when requested, in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, physical check‑up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork.
- Assist with training and assigning duties to team managers, and direct event volunteers, if applicable.
- Assist with the evaluation of the program annually and make recommendations for improvements as necessary.
- Assume responsibility for continuing professional growth through attendance at professional meetings and by reading professional publications.
- Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession and the National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics.
- Seek assistance should emergencies arise.
- Represent the school district in a positive manner.
- Know and follow school district policy and chain of command.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Idaho Teaching Certification, American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification strongly preferred.
- Certification or willingness to obtain certification in first aid and CPR required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Demonstrated knowledge of Cross Country, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook.
- Related experience as determined by the Board.
- Ability to foster and sustain students’ interest in the activity and promote skill development.
- Good organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Demonstrated aptitude for working with adolescents.
- Works well with students, staff, and the public.
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to…
Title: Cross Assistant Coach – Columbia
Company: Nampa School District
Location: Nampa, USA
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