7th Grade Boys Head Soccer

Posting number: 202301684

Department: SANTA TERESA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Job classification: Assistant Coach- Middle School

Posting type: Open

Categories: Athletics & Fitness

Summary

Supervises student-athletes as assigned by the head coach in accordance with the Gadsden Independent School District’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include adherence to the Gadsden Independent School District rules, regulations, and Athletic Philosophy; promoting and encouraging students to participate in sports; and treating student-athletes in a professional manner in conjunction with the athletic coordinator and principal. Is loyal to the school and Head Coach. 

Examples of duties

Other duties may be assigned. 

Philosophy 

- If a classroom teacher, gives priority to the professional performance, duties and responsibilities of classroom instruction. 

- Strictly supports and adheres to participation philosophy and guidelines as established by the Gadsden Independent School District Athletic Department

 – ALL KIDS WILL PLAY 

- Sets and defines high levels of competitiveness, expectations, and character development. 

- Encourages students to participate in the athletic program and individualized sport. 

Expectations 

- Assists Head Coach with 

•  Developing a competitive program that will excel in athletic performance, classroom achievement, and community expectations. 

• Creating an environment whereby athletes can achieve academic and athletic success. 

• Ensuring our athletes that they will be given every opportunity to achieve competitive success.

•  Monitoring academic performance to ensure the student-athlete is enjoying academic success. 

- Enforces the “Code of Ethics” for all athletes. 

- Teaches sportsmanship and sets an example of good moral and physical behavior. 

- Assumes responsibility for the conduct and well-being for all players. 

- Conduct self in a manner, both on and off the field that will bring credit to yourself, your team, and your school. 

- Develops an open-line of communication with participants, teachers, administrators, and parents 

- Is loyal and trust worthy to the student athletes, team, head coach, school, and Gadsden Independent School  

   District 

Rules and Guidelines 

- Is familiar with and follows the policies and guidelines of the Gadsden Independent School District and the New Mexico Activities Association.

- Knows district and state eligibility and transfer rules and follows them to the letter. 

- Ensures that an athlete does not participate until the head coach has the ”Green” Clearance form RANKONE

Professional Responsibilities 

- Reports inappropriate behavior of any athletic personnel or participant to the Principal and Athletic Coordinator. 

- Attends professional meetings and clinics as required.

- Works continually with the Principal, Athletic Director, Athletic Coordinator, and Head Coach to upgrade the total athletic program. 

Team Work 

- Cooperates with and is responsive to the needs of the Head Coach and other coaches and their athletic programs. 

- Encourages athletes to participate in other sports. 

Program Development 

- Participates in an end of school and summer youth programs for younger kids to provide them an opportunity to become involved in athletics as appropriate.

- Promotes and supports athletic programs that involve middle school and elementary school students. 

Program Coordination with the High School Team 

- Works with and supports the high school program and head coach. 

- Offensive and defensive strategies will align with the high school’s philosophy. 

Methods and Strategie