Job Description
Job Title: Head Coach Department: Athletics Pay Grade: GRPG FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Temporary Reports to: Site Athletic Director Purpose Statement The Springfield, Missouri Public School District is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Head Coach. The job of Head Coach is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the designing and implementing the athletic program for the assigned sport, in accordance with applicable rules and regulations; providing supervision of other coaching personnel; providing supervision of students during all aspects of the program; using sound instructional techniques in overseeing program activities; serving as a positive role model to student athletes; and serving in a liaison capacity for the school and program with other schools both within and/or outside the district, to the community, and to various organizations. Essential Functions Analyzes opposition's strategies for game/event prior to and/or during athletic events as appropriate for the purpose of assessing the opposition's strengths and weaknesses for developing game plan/approach. Assesses student athletes for the purpose of providing feedback to students on their individual performance and/or determining team Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, for the purpose of receiving and conveying information related to their role. Assists with a variety of supporting activities (e.g. parent orientations, recognition events, banquets, ) for the purpose of providing information regarding the program and/or recognizing participants' accomplishments. Develops team and individual practice regimes for student athletes (e.g. strength, speed, agility, nutritional, injury prevention, ) for the purpose of enhancing and improving their performance.