Job Description
COFFEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
Job Description
Head Coach
Responsible to: Principal
Athletic Director
Qualifications:
Meets coaching criteria as defined by TSSAA and/or other state interscholastic sport
governing association
Relevant coaching experience preferred
Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
Essential Responsibilities:
Follows all school rules and system policies
Follows all rules and regulations regarding the sport as defined in the TSSAA
handbook
Provides technical expertise in coaching the assigned athletic activity
Understands and follows the proper administrative line of command and refers all
requests or grievances through proper channel
Maintains professionalism on and off the field
Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model
Teaches student athletes the values of good citizenship, honesty, integrity, self-
discipline, courage, loyalty and sportsmanship
Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs and services
Works with the media to develop a positive relationship
Works with the athletic director to evaluate program needs
Makes preparation for any athletic event in his/her respective program
Promotes the proper use and care of school property
Regularly inspects playing surface for safety concerns
Attends all mandatory programs (e.g. TSSAA required meetings, first aid/CPR
training, etc.).
Encourages student involvement in program activities. Helps parents and students
understand program objectives. Explains student responsibilities (e.g., scholastic
eligibility, parental permission, physical exams, training/performance schedules,
requirements for letters, optional insurance coverage, waiver forms, etc.)
Organizes team tryouts. Maintains the integrity of the selection process
Organizes and carries out a practice schedule. Coordinates activities with the
school calendar
Assumes responsibility for the development of off-season activities (e.g., summer
training, clinics, etc.)
Teaches precautions and procedures to help students prevent injuries. Ensures that
medical authorization forms are on file and readily available. Promptly documents
all injuries that require attention
Participates in student recognition programs
Rides bus with players, when applicable, to and from games, contests and camps
Helps with supervision responsibilities related to the preparation of athletic fields,
and practice areas
Assigns and keeps track of athletic equipment issued to students and staff, and
maintains inventory of all new and used equipment
Ensures that students keep locker rooms and practice areas orderly
Helps arrange transportation and lodging for sanctioned activities
Obtains permission to be away when duties conflict with other assigned duties
Takes precautions to ensure staff/student safety. Does not leave student
unsupervised
Works closely with the athletic boosters association
Establishes a working relationship with system schools and coaches at all levels
Gives Athletic Director a copy of all communications sent home with students
General Requirements:
Follows Federal and State Laws and adopted policies and procedures in accordance
with School Board priorities
Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest
standards of public education and in support of the District's Vision/Mission
Statements
Maintains ethical standards, which include professionalism and the protection of
confidential student and staff information
Other responsibilities and/or duties may be required and assigned
BOE Revisions Approved 2/8/10
Full-time