BASIC FUNCTION:

Coach in various secondary school interscholastic athletic programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

· Promote sports in the schools and community.

· Plan the assigned athletic program.

· Organize and supervise practices; including supervision and release of athletes to parent / guardian following scheduled events.

· Teach individual fundamental skills, team play, team strategy and rules and regulations of the game.

· Teach good sportsmanship and self-control.

· Check eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.

· Provide students a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.

· Conduct learning experiences, with small groups of student athletes.

· Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.

· Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

· Fundamentals of various sports.

· Health and safety regulations.

· Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

· Understand and follow oral and written directions.

· Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of sixty-four (64) college hours from an accredited college or university and twenty-one (21) years of age.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Successful completion of coaching education class, Bloodborne Pathogen Training, current certification in first aid and CPR and completion of sports safety online course and pass criminal records check.

SALARY: Per current year Laurel County Schools’ salary schedule.

Head Coach - Swim