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Harper Creek Community Schools
7454 B Drive North - Battle Creek, Michigan 49014
Phone (269) 441-6550 Fax (269) 660-1190

Notice is hereby given that the following positions are available for the 2023-2024 school year in the Harper Creek Community School District, Battle Creek, Michigan.

CLASSIFICATION: Varsity Girls Golf Coach

LOCATION: Athletics

SUPERVISOR: Athletic Director, Melissa Feasel

PAY RATE: Per Master Contract

STARTING DATE: August 12, 2024 - October 18, 2024 (approximate dates)

Please see the following job description for more information on the open position at Harper Creek Community Schools.

TO APPLY:
Submit a written Letter of Application to
Mrs. Melissa Feasel, Director of Athletics
Harper Creek High School
12677 Beadle Lake Road
Battle Creek, MI 49014

Application Procedures:
Applicant should provide the following:

Letter of application including a review of experience appropriate to the position.
Up-to-date credentials including letters of recommendation.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Please provide written notice for any special needs accommodation.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Title: Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletic Director
Approved By: Superintendent Date: October 21, 2022

Summary:
To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include, but not limited to:

To share and teach information and experience in all fundamentals.
Be knowledgeable in and teach safety precautions when teaching the fundamentals of the sport.
Communicate your expectations to your coaching staff, your athletes, and their parents.
Create an atmosphere that will challenge the athlete with obtainable goals and create positive memories.
Develop and maintain positive and effective relationships with athletes, parents, school employees and the community.
Refer to the Harper Creek Athletic Handbook for further, detailed, head coaching responsibilities.
Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises students/athletes at all practices, competitions, and team functions

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or GED required.
Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.
Has knowledge and background in the sport.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

CPR Certification, Concussion Certification, MHSAA Rules Meeting

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community; ability to speak clearly and concisely in written or oral communication.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, it is preferred, but not mandatory, for the employee to demonstrate/participate in the physical activity while training/coaching. Must be able to teach these items to athletes through verbal communication.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment could be loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. May be exposed to public illnesses and bodily fluids.

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