Job Description
Head Coach Middle School Cheerleading As the Head Coach, you will deliver measurable results in developing, enhancing and promoting an athletic program that will be distinguished by the teams’ display of integrity, citizenship, character, work ethic, and their ability to overcome adversity. To instruct students in appropriate methods to be respectful of themselves, their opponents, and officials regardless of the outcome of their event. Qualifications: Love what you do, bringing your experience as a cheerleader or as a coach to the students at RSU 21. Must have knowledge and expertise in the strategies, methods and techniques for a successful sport offering. Should have the ability to manage all aspects of a sport program and earned or will earn credentials of Maine Coaches; employment in the Kennebunk School Department preferred. Reports To: MSK Director of Athletics Responsibilities: Student Centered Supervises the student athletes in his/her program Through proper preparation and planning, students are appropriately ready for competition Supervises/manages off season programs to help players enhance their abilities Serves as a role model for students Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport. Assesses player’s skills and assigns team positions. Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development. Works with the athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition. Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary. Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement. Determines game strategy based on the team’s capabilities. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times. Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met. Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury. Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student. Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program. Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators. Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations. Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms. Works with the athletic director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season. Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records. Models non discriminatory practices in all activities. Leadership Assists in the assessment and hiring of members of his/her coaching staff Works to enhance and display the philosophy and objectives of the department Works with the trainer, Director of Athletics to ensure proper medical assistance is available and plans are in order for emergency situations Administers the District athletic codes Maintains orderly records of equipment/uniform issued and works with the athletic department to successfully collect all issued materials Prepares reports for the Director of Athletics, as requested Supervises assistant coaches including decisions regarding player performance and membership in the program Performs such other duties, consistent with this position, as determined by the principal/Director of Athletics Competencies : Servant-leader model: you coach and grow staff through strategic delegation to increase department knowledge, engagement and autonomy Visionary: you keep your eye firmly on the future; you maintain a big picture, high-altitude view to ensure you’re assessing short-term realities to inform long-term needs; you look and plan ahead with imagination and wisdom; your vision dictates the direction a team or district will take Attention to detail: you’re obsessed with accuracy and embrace the importance of “getting it right”; you triple-check documentation to ensure you can stand by your work; your discipline enables you to work error