Assistant Coach (Major Sport) coaches and demonstrates athletic team with skills, techniques, and strategies for maximum athletic performance. Analyzes player performance to determine improvement plan for the group or individual player. Being an Assistant Coach (Major Sport) provides skill demonstrations of sport coached. Must be familiar with NCAA rules and regulations. Additionally, Assistant Coach (Major Sport) requires a bachelor's degree in the related area. Typically reports to a head coach. The Assistant Coach (Major Sport) contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Assistant Coach (Major Sport) typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
ATHLETIC COACH
Reports to: Athletic Director; Principal
Dept./Campus: Assigned Campus
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Length of Contract: Varies
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in the sport assigned. Contribute to the education program as a whole and the growth of students involved in athletics.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Arkansas teaching certificate with required endorsements for sport and level assigned
Coaching license from ADE or coaching credentials from AAA
Possess a CDL with proper bus driver certifications
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship preferred
The Board may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
Supervise assistant coaches (if applicable)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical Demands:
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing; Frequent districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor exposure to sun and heat.