Athletic Coach - Head Football Coach

Athletic Coach - Head Football Coach Urbana School District #116 Urbana High School - Urbana, Illinois This job is also posted in Urbana School District #116 Job Details

Job ID:

5662014

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description Urbana School District #116

TITLE:

Athletic Coach

LOCATION

Urbana High School

SUPERVISOR

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal, Urbana High School

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction of the Athletic Director/Assistant Principal, this position is responsible for coaching and providing direction to student athletes so that they have the opportunity to achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in their respective sport.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport. Assesses players skills and assigns team positions. Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development. Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition. Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary (if applicable). Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport. Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard. Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury. Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student. Follows state, regional and district regulations governing the athletic program. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators. Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs and other organizations. Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies and uniforms. Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season. Participates in special activities to include parent's night, banquets, award nights and pep assemblies. Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory and other related records. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Attends staff development meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching performance. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal & Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS

Illinois Teaching License ASEP Certification Illinois Substitute Teaching Certificate

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage. This is not a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the current supervisor, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal and/or head coach of the program.

START DATE

As soon as possible

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED:

April, 2025

Position Type:

Stipend Job Requirements