Assistant Coach/Sponsor - High School Level

Description: Assistant Coach or Sponsor for High School athletics or activities in the North Kansas City School District.

Job Goal: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

Qualifications: * Valid Missouri teacher or substitute certificate issued through DESE * Preferred previous coaching experience in assigned sport * Possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and physical attributes necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate or acceptable Salary: * Stipend amount to be determined pending CTTN negotiations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Assists in the coaching of individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.

* Assists in planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in season.

* Works closely with the athletic director and Head Coach in scheduling interscholastic contests.

* Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms, as appropriate.

* Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork.

* Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.

* Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition in the coach's sport.

* Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students.

* Assists in organizing and supervising a total sports program.

* Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.

* Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies.

* Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.

* Other duties as required or assigned.