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POSITION DESCRIPTION: High School Head Golf Coach

QUALIFICATIONS
Idaho Teaching Certification or National Federation of State High School Associations Fundamentals of Coaching Certification
Certification in First Aid/CPR, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, St. Luke’s Concussion, Mental Health in the Student Athlete
Demonstrated knowledge of sport, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook
Related experience as determined by the Board
Ability to foster and sustain students’ interest in the activity and promote skill development
Possess good organizational skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Building Principal and Activities Director

JOB SUMMARY
To motivate and develop each athletes’ skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide them toward success, personal growth, and good character. To provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Provide leadership and motivation to excel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attend all tryouts, practices, meetings, fundraisers, in-school events, and supervise students during related trips and other out-of-school functions (including supervision on the bus)
Actively promote the athletic program and seek student participation
Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and remain professional, even when tension is high
Maintain high standards of conduct for student athletes, including respect and fair play
Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
Organize practice schedules and game rosters
Select team members, assign positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play
Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in this sport.
Track student performance throughout the season and develop stat sheets for players and team.
Ensure all equipment is properly stored, maintained and used correctly according to all and any safety regulations.
Ensure the safety of the students and maintain responsibility for the security of equipment and facilities
Work with other coaches, parents, referees, news reporters, operators of non-district facilities used for practice or competition as appropriate
Work with activities director to yearly recondition and order safety equipment
Work closely with the activities director in scheduling interscholastic contests and any necessary transportation, scheduling, or other arrangements for competitions related to the sport
Assist activities director in set up and tear down of home contests
Assist the athletic director, when requested to do so, in maintaining necessary attendance forms, insurance records, physical check-up forms, accident reporting, and all other required paperwork to ensure that students are eligible to participate.
Know and follow federal and state law, administrative rules, and district policy pertaining to medical procedures (including the district’s concussion policy), chain of command, student athletes, etc.
Abide by the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association
Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education as well as to the National Federation of State High School Associations Coaches Code of Ethics
Prepare the team’s budget, order necessary supplies and equipment, and maintain appropriate records related to activity expenses and revenues
Be responsible for the collection, depositing of funds, payment of bills and financial reporting in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
Act as a liaison with the cheerleading program, drill team program, and the other coaches
Train and assign duties to team managers, assistant coaches and direct event volunteers, if applicable
Evaluate annually all assistant coaches
Evaluate the program annually and make recommendations for improvements as necessary
Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, and by reading professional publications
Perform other duties as assigned

Sport Specific Information

Length of Season: 1 week prior to first practice and 1 week after last competition
Number of Competitions: Will vary according to sport
Frequency of Practice: Daily except Sundays and holidays
Off Season Responsibilities: Tournaments, camps, practices, meets, strength & conditioning, etc.

EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated periodically by the building principal and/or the activities director in conformance with district policy and IDAPA 08.02.02.120.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.