Hours/Time/Calendar/Pay: 

Evening, weekend, and holiday hours during the athletic season, travel to away contests, seasonal position, stipend and terms per collective bargaining agreement

 

Reports To:

Varsity Football Coach, Athletic Director and Building Principal

 

Position Summary:

The 8th Grade Head Football is responsible for organizing, leading, and supervising a competitive and educational football team that promotes student-athlete development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and academic success. The coach provides instruction in football skills and strategies while fostering a positive, safe, and inclusive environment consistent with school and district values.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous coaching and/or playing experience in football


• Knowledge of high school athletic rules and regulations


• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills


• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and school personnel

• CPR, First Aid, and concussion awareness training


• Background check clearance

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and conduct practices that develop individual skills, team concepts, and physical conditioning


• Coach and supervise student-athletes during practices, games, tournaments, and related activities


• Teach and model sportsmanship, ethical conduct, teamwork, and respect for opponents and officials


• Promote academic achievement and monitor student-athlete eligibility and attendance


• Develop game strategies and make in-game decisions appropriate to the level of competition


• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, administrators, and athletic staff


• Supervise locker rooms, travel, and off-campus activities


• Participate in coaches’ meetings, rules clinics, and required professional development


• Support and comply with district policies, athletic handbook provisions, and state athletic association regulations
  
  

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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER