At Platte County School District, we believe our learners thrive because of extraordinary educators - those who inspire curiosity, create meaningful experiences, and build strong connections. Here, you’ll find a community that values innovation, growth, and belonging.

This position will begin during the 2026-27 school year.

 Apply as an external applicant if you are a:

• Substitute Teacher
• Student Teacher

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Platte County School District
Coach
Job Description
Purpose Statement
The job of Coach is done for the purpose/s of designing and implementing program activities in accordance
with applicable rules and regulations related to the sport; overseeing assistant coaches, student managers,
and/or volunteers; providing supervision of student athletes during all aspects of the program; using sound
instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student
athletes; and may serve in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within
and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations. Individuals in this job
classification are assigned to a position for a specific sport at the Middle/Junior High School level.
This Job reports to Assigned Supervisor
Essential Functions
Analyzes opposition's strategies for game/event prior to and/or during athletic events as appropriate for
the purpose of assessing the opposition's strengths and weaknesses for developing game
plan/approach.
Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual
performance and/or determining team placement.
Attends and participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. MSHSAA rules meetings, meetings with the
athletic director, local and state coaches association, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring knowledge and
implementation of rules and regulations.
Communicates with the athletic trainers for the purpose of providing information and direction concerning
health concerns of student athletes.
Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.g. strength, speed, agility,
nutritional, injury prevention, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.
Develops game strategies/plans for the purpose of preparing the team and individual student athletics for
the competition.
Guides other coaching personnel as may be appropriate in instructional techniques, organization of
practices, supervision guidelines and responsibilities, etc. for the purpose of providing guidance and
mentoring.
Identifies program needs for the purpose of providing recommendations of expenditures for activities,
equipment, supplies, etc. that will enhance the assigned athletic program.
Identifies appropriate uses of program funding (e.g. school budget, booster clubs, athletic clubs, tax
credit account, etc.) for the purpose of addressing program needs in compliance with state and district
policies and practices.
Implements practice schedules and related events (e.g. usage of facilities and equipment, staff
assignments, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient program operation.
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Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: adapting to changing work priorities; administering first aid; applying pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or
regulations; coordinating activities with other schools, districts and/or agencies; organizing and communicating
information and concepts; and overseeing financial transactions.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read
technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to
define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include: community support organizations and public relations; equipment used in
activity/program; injury prevention and appropriate treatment protocols; pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or
regulations; participant eligibility, attendance and discipline guidelines; public relations protocols; relevant
professional standards and practices; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-
related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work
with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also
required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-
related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem
Instructs student athletes and serves as a role model for the purpose of promoting individual growth in
athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Maintains a variety of records (e.g. game/student athlete statistics, insurance, signed permission forms,
emergency information, schedules, equipment inventories, etc.) for the purpose of complying with
district, athletic conference, and state requirements.
Makes coaching assignments for the purpose of matching the skills and experience of coaches with
program needs.
Monitors student athletes' academic eligibility (e.g. counseling, tutoring, etc.) for the purpose of both
complying with AIA requirements as well as providing appropriate intervention (e.g. counseling, tutoring,
etc.) to students identified as needing assistance to maintain their athletic eligibility.
Oversees assistant coaches, student managers, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of providing direction
and monitoring activities.
Performs a variety of personnel related functions if requested (e.g. interviewing, supervision, assessing,
recommending, etc.) for the purpose of addressing staff position needs.
Promotes athletic program (e.g. conducts off-season clinics, information on skill-camps, attends
community meetings, etc.) for the purpose of increasing interest and participation.
Responds to inquiries of students, parents, other school personnel, media representatives, college
representatives, etc. for the purpose of providing information, assistance and/or direction.
Serves as the liaison for their athletic program at school functions (e.g. AIA meetings, tournaments,
workshops, etc.) for the purpose of representing the District at those functions.
Supervises student athletes during all areas of participation (e.g. competition, travel, meetings, practices,
etc.) for the purpose of ensuring activities are conducted in an environment with minimal risk of injury to
the participants.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the work unit.
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solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is
moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
communicating with persons of varied educational and cultural backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions;
exhibiting strong leadership; maintaining strict confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; modeling
sportsmanship and enforcing sportsmanlike behavior among students; motivating participating student athletes;
providing a firm, fair, and consistent discipline approach; providing leadership, direction, and team building; traveling
to off campus athletic events; traveling to off campus competitions; and working extended hours that may include
evenings and/or weekends.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing
other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is
often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s
services. Moderate to significant time is required outside of the typical school day to supervise these activities
including occasional evenings, weekend, and out-of-area travel. Supervision is required for a moderate to significant
number of students. There is moderate to significant opportunity for student interaction with the public and/or
involvement of members of the community with the program.
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade
Not Rated
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.
Revised Date
Required Testing Certificates and Licenses
None Specified Missouri Teacher Certificate
CPR/First Aid Certificate
Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Criminal Background Clearance
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