Position Title
Middle School Head Coach
Reports To
Director of Athletics & High School Head Coach
Salary
Stipend (set by coaches pay scale)
Position Goal
The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe conditions in accordance with PIAA, league, sports medicine and RSD policies/procedures. Furthermore the candidate will be responsible for instilling Red Knight pride, connecting with youth programs, teaching education through athletics, fundraising.
Qualifications
* Must be a minimum age of 18 years old.
* High School Diploma or equivalent required.
* Preferable experience working in a supervision role in athletics, recreation, education, or related fields.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate with adults and students in a diverse work environment.
Essential Functions
* Supervise middle school assistant coaches.
* Supervise student athletes.
* Stay current with rules, coaching techniques, schemes, and best practices.
* Monitor student‑athletes to prevent accidents and injuries.
* Place student‑athletes in positions to succeed not only in their sport, but also in life.
* Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with sports medicine staff, game workers, officials, media, students, parents, spectators, and facility staff.
* Ensure all safety measures are observed, including proper care of equipment and surveillance of program participants.
* Attend all training sessions and additional staff meetings.
* Work flexible hours including off season training, early mornings, afternoons/evenings, weekends, and holidays.
* Verify student‑athletes are eligible by PIAA and Reading School District Athletic policies.
* Plan and manage practices/training sessions.
* Secure equipment and facilities after each usage.
* Communicate with RSD admin, Safe Schools, custodial services and/or RPD as necessary.
* Communicate with youth groups and foster participation growth.
* Serve as a good role model to student‑athletes.
* Distribute, collect and track uniforms/equipment.
* Requisition necessary equipment.
* Support all RSD athletics.
Physical Requirements
* Physically perform all skills required of a coach.
* Hear noises and distress signals in a crowded athletic facility.
* Able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
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