What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Coach/Teacher - Asst. Girls Basketball/Asst. Softball - High School position at Arlington Independent School District?
ROLE AND PURPOSE: Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in sport assigned. Contribute to education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.
Education/Certification
QUALIFICATIONS:
I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Education/Certification
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree
- Valid Texas teaching certificate or eligible for alternative certification
- Experience as a coach or participant in sport
- General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
- Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
- Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Pre-Contract Responsibilities:
- Attend all scheduled Athletic In-Service sessions up to one week prior to the teacher contract start date for professional development and department planning.
- Report early—outside of standard contract days—as needed to support pre-season preparations, as directed by the Athletic Office, Principal, Campus Coordinator, or Head Coach.
- Pre-Season and In-Season Duties:
- Be available for pre-season meetings up to one week before the UIL season start date.
- Attend all practices, games, and team-related events during the assigned sport's season.
- Attend and support team banquets or other post-season events as required.
- Offseason and Supplemental Duties:
- Participate in offseason UIL strength and conditioning that is permitted during the school year as assigned by the Head Coach (must not interfere with duties in a second sport).
- Attend athletic department meetings outside of school-contracted hours, as scheduled by the Campus Coordinator, Athletic Office, or Head Coach.
- Plan for and attend Saturday and holiday practices and competitions.
I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
- Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the sport assigned.
- Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
- Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
- Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
- Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
- Work with athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
- Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
- Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
- Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within the program.
- Oversee the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
- Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports on out-of-town trips.
- Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
- Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
- Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
- Supervise assigned assistant coaches and student athletic assistants.
- Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Frequent districtwide and statewide travel.
- Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
- Outdoor exposure to sun and heat.
Freshman Girls Basketball Head Coach (2024-2025)
John Handley High School -
Winchester, VA
