Job Description

Position: Interscholastic Sport/Activity Head Coach 2026-2027

Compensation: Head Coach Stipend per CBA

Description:

The head coach oversees their interscholastic sport or activity, working with the Athletic Director and assistant coaches to develop and expand the program. They should have a passion for coaching middle school athletes and good organizational and communication skills.

While coaching experience is preferred, it is not required. Candidates must hold a valid ISBE Professional Educator License, a Substitute Teaching Certificate, or complete the IESA-approved coach’s education. They must also complete and maintain district and IESA-mandated training, such as concussion protocols, CPR/AED, first aid, and cardiac arrest awareness, within required timelines.

Head Coach Expectations:

Participate in coaching clinics and other professional development activities when available.
Attend and participate in the mandatory preseason parent meeting and end-of-year awards banquet.
Be responsible for mentoring and collaborating with assistant coaches when appropriate.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Department and the athletic director on facility needs.
Inspect home facilities before use, ensure general cleanliness after use, and set up sport-specific needs for home games
Maintain flexibility with practice schedules and be available for five weekly practices, including Fridays.
When appropriate and approved, hold at least four open gym times before the season starts.
When appropriate and approved, hold a summer camp (additional pay).
Conduct practices according to district, Athletic Director, and facility schedules, generally until at least 4:30 p.m. during the season.
Attend all required conference and school athletic meetings.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and the Athletic Director to uphold a strong academic culture.
Report scores/statistics to the Athletic Director as directed.
Communicate daily with parents, families, and athletes regarding schedules and other team information.
Have a communication plan for engaging families and implement an approved communication platform.
Communicate student concerns through approved channels while maintaining confidentiality; refer eligibility, discipline, academic standing, and medical clearance matters to the Athletic Director/administration.
Distribute, collect, and inventory all equipment and uniforms.
Ability to drive the district athletic bus when necessary.
Follow all district safety procedures, Emergency Action Plans, concussion protocols, weather/heat guidelines, and injury reporting requirements.
Confirm that student-athletes are cleared for participation before allowing practice or competition; coaches may not independently determine eligibility, medical clearance, or return-to-play status.
Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, transportation, locker room use, and dismissal, and ensure students are released only according to district procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Notes for Applicant

Dates: Based on the IESA and West Suburban Middle School Conference Sport/Activity Calendar
Must follow SD104 Coaches Handbook, SD104 Board Policy, IESA, and WSMSC rules
Position is contingent on student participation & if there are not enough participants, the season can be suspended with no compensation.

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