Varsity Football Assistant Coach

JOB JOB GOAL

To assist with the organization, administration, facilitation and maintenance of a successful athletic team.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Possess a thorough understanding of all PIAA and NFHS rules appropriate to the sport.

Adhere to attendance, eligibility and discipline policies.

Assist with collection and inventory of equipment.

Attend scheduled meetings with head coach.

Attend trainings, clinics, or conferences provided by the head varsity coach or athletic director.

Attend all JV/Varsity practices which occur prior to the start of the middle school season.

Communicate regularly with youth coaches running programs which serve as feeder programs.

Actively recruit students and encourage participation.

Assist with maintaining student participation during the season.

Assist with providing team building activities throughout the year.

Provide a positive example for students.

Teach techniques, strategies, and tactics which align with the philosophy of the head coach.

Assist in the development of season-long, monthly, and weekly plans for preparation and improvement (instruction, drill, competition, conditioning, and recovery).Provide input toward the development of a written practice plan for each practice.

Assist in the implementation of daily practice plans which include clear objectives and organization that reflect season-long, monthly, and weekly plans. Assist in providing time for instruction, drill, and competition as appropriate.

Model respect toward athletes, official, opposing team and spectators.

Teach respect toward teammates, opposing team, officials and spectators.

Support the defined standards of behavior communicated by the head coach.

Administer consistent, fair and firm discipline.

Work in cooperation with SDoL administrators, teachers, support staff.

Develop and demonstrate positive relationships with SDoL administrators, teachers, clerical workers and custodians.

Assist in providing year-round opportunities for athletes in the form of open gyms, camps, and/or competitive leagues.

Support the decisions and philosophy of the head coach.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with the raising of funds through booster club/parent organization.

Other delegated duties assigned by the head coach.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION REPORTS TO

Head Coach

SUPERVISES

Not applicable

TERMS OF CONTRACT

Hours indicated in SDoL/LEA Contract.

EVALUATION

Performance is evaluated per the Athletic Handbook