The Austin High School Activities department is currently looking for a Head Varsity Football Coach

This position is responsible for establishing and leading a high school football program. This person in this position is expected to set an example of an exceptional professional educator and be ever mindful that the coach represents Austin Public School District and is expected to conduct themselves in an exemplary manner.

Job Summary: This position shall be responsible for administering a successful and competitive educational-based athletic program, that includes the development of self-discipline, character, teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, citizenship, responsibility and academic excellence. This position will be expected to encourage student participation and work with all levels of the football program.

Areas of Responsibility:

Have a strong knowledge of and background in coaching and teaching football
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, parents, community members and students
Practice planning, development and execution
Student conduct and discipline in accordance with MSHSL and Austin Public Schools Policy
Game preparation and management
Equipment Management
Student Athlete preparation and morale
Public relations
Student welfare
In conjunction with the Activities office, student eligibility

Job Duties:

Provide Leadership for the Austin High School Football Team and program.
Forster relationship development with all student athletes to assist in developing life skills throughout the program
Prepare successful practice and game plans
Encourage and provide opportunities to develop strength and conditioning programs for in-season and out of season training
Organize and lead summer programing within the guild lines of the MSHSL waiver period
Travel to and from games with the team
Schedule all transportation for contests (all levels) with the activities office
Maintain compliance with all rules and regulations of the Minnesota State High School League, Big 9 conference and Austin Public Schools
Work Collaboratively with staff, families and the community

Salary: The salary for the position is outlined in the Schedule C - Special Assignment Schedule on page 58-62 of the Austin Education Association Working Agreement:
AEAWorkingAgreement.pdf

Commitment to Equity:
Austin Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of Austin Public Schools are expected to support the strategic plan. Our mission at Austin Public Schools is to Inspire, Empower, and Accelerate. Our vision is to prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. All employees are to model and promote an environment that is respectful for all and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees. The strategic plan can be found on our website at https://www.austin.k12.mn.us/district-offices/school-board/strategic-plan.

Application Procedure: Apply online at Employment - Austin Public Schools | Inspire. Empower. Accelerate.

As Equal Opportunity Employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. The school district strongly encourages anyone interested to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Coach - Varsity Head Coach, Football