Head Softball, Assistant Girls Basketball, Possible 3rd Sport with JH

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Coaching

Date Posted:

4/1/2025

Location:

Hico Secondary School

Date Available:

07/15/2025

Note: All applications must be submitted online.

Position:

Teacher/Coach - Head Softball, Assistant Girls Basketball, Possible 3rd Sport with JH Social Studies or 4-8 Generalist

Certification: JH Social Studies or 4-8 Generalist

Start Date: July 2025

Secondary Campus

Contact:

Coach Britt Hart, Athletic Director

School Phone:, ext. 2

E-mail:

Job Description:

Coaching- Head Softball, Assistant Girls Basketball, Possible 3rd Sport under the supervision of the Athletic Director. Applicant must possess strong knowledge and coaching ability, but must also understand small school program and be valuable in other areas/sports.

Teaching- JH social studies or 4-8 generalist under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Compensation/Benefits:

Standard Teacher contract + Coach contract with additional 10 days based upon Hico ISD pay scale + coaching stipend

Employer $300 Contribution to Employee Group Health Insurance Premium

$10,000 Term Life Insurance

Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.

Coaching Qualifications:

Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.

Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports) Preferred.

The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.

The head coach must serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

Reports to: The athletic director, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the high school principal.

Supervises: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal.

Job Goal: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of accomplishment in the student athletes. To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

General: 1. The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community's image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health. 2. The position includes other unusual aspect such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments. 3. It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment. Teaching Qualifications:

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.

Knowledge of secondary school curriculum and concepts.

Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

Ability to organize and coordinate work.

Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Certifications: Texas teaching certificate, certification in 4-8 Social Studies or 4-8 Generalist

Other Requirements: Required Texas Commercial Driver's License or permit with passenger and school bus endorsement.

Experience: Successful prior coaching/teaching experience a plus.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required