Head Coach- Track & Field
Company: Navajo Preparatory School Inc
Location: Farmington
Posted on: August 8, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITIONTo coordinate all aspects of
the assigned interscholastic sport and to work cooperatively with
all personnel in maintaining a quality program within the policy
framework of Navajo Preparatory School, Inc. Assist 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; establish a sense of worth and
competence, self-discipline, recreational enrichment, as well as
the principles of fair play and leadership. QUALIFICATIONS AND
REQUIREMENTS
- Prefer certified teacher (NPS, Inc. staff given
preference).
- New Mexico coaching license required for the sport
involved.
- Experience and/or education in the athletic activity that is
being supervised.
- Administrative decision-making, scheduling, and exhibit
expertise in interscholastic athletic activities.
- Must be willing to be a specialist.
- Must have CPR/First Aid; Blood Borne Pathogen Trainings with
Certification of completion.
- Must be willing to devote a large amount of time to students
and the sport involved.
- Must be sensitive, firm, insightful, adaptable, consistent and
flexible.
- A strong emphasis is placed on all forms of human relations and
communication skills oral, nonverbal, and written.
- Ability to speak Navajo is required.
- A valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
Navajo/Indian preference: Consideration for employment will be
given to Navajo, American Indian or Alaskan Tribal member with the
required documentation including the necessary qualifications to
meet the minimum requirements of the position. The Navajo/Indian
preference law shall apply in all aspects of the position.
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION The position is paid at a coaching salary
rate and payable in two (2) installments during the term of the
supplemental contract. Note: Notwithstanding the above, this
position is subject to possible furlough, or reduction in force
under NPS, Inc. Personnel Policies; due to unforeseen reductions in
program funding that requires such general program changes.
SUPERVISORPrimary: Athletic Director RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Support and efficiently carries out responsibilities in
accordance with Navajo Preparatory School Board, Inc. (NPS)
Policies and Procedures.
- Represents NPS in a manner reflecting professionalism and which
enhances community understanding of the program.
- Secures and protects the confidentiality of NPS, Inc. student
and staff personnel information.
- Takes a leadership role in the development of the athletic
program that coordinates with the academic and residential
programs.
- Uses sound and acceptable coaching techniques in all phases of
the program.
- Develops and delegates specific job tasks for assistants.
- Develops and adheres to an efficient and technically sound
conditioning and injury prevention and treatment program.
- Develops in conjunction with the Dean of Student Life/Athletic
Director a sound system for equipment accountability.
- Strive to build good sportsmanship among players, coaches, and
fans.
- Adheres to all School policies and procedures regarding the
athletic program.
- Models good sportsmanship and enforces sportsmanlike behavior
among the players at all times.
- Coaches individual participants in the fundamental and advanced
skills necessary to develop their full potential in the sport
involved.
- Demonstrates ability to motivate the team and individual
players.
- Commands respect of the players.
- Instills a positive attitude towards self, team, staff,
parents, and sport on the part of individual players.
- Must have Blood Borne Pathogen Training, CPR/First Aid Training
with a Certificate of completion and renewed annually is required.
- Communicates personal and program expectations to team and to
individual players.
- Supervises and evaluates the job performance of the assistant
coach.
- Coach's individual participants in the skills necessary for
excellent achievement in the sport involved.
- Plans, schedule, coordinate and a safe regular program of
practice sessions during the course of the season.
- Works closely with the Athletic Director in scheduling
interscholastic contests.
- Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms when
necessary.
- Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which
assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are
present.
- Required to attend 1 coaching clinic per year
- You must organize 2 fundraisers per season.
- Establishes performance criteria for eligibility in
interscholastic competition for the sport involved.
- Follows proper procedures in handling discipline problems.
- Cooperate with maintenance staff, transportation staff, and
others who are involved in supporting the athletic program.
- Arranges for contracts with appropriate college recruiters for
players.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude towards and enthusiasm for
coaching assignment.
- Attend all practices beginning the first day to the end of the
season along with being available for all staff meetings and
scouting assignments.
- Attends clinics, workshops, and professional organization as
related to coaching area.
- Makes an effort to improve coaching strategies and
techniques.
- Complete and return a Coach's Annual Report form to the
Athletic Director within two weeks after the last seasoned contest.
- Must have Blood Borne Pathogen Training, CPR/First Aid Training
with a Certificate of completion and renewed annually is required.
- Complete all requirements mandated by the State and National
organizations.
- Enforces discipline and sportsmanship behavior at all times,
and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards
by individual students.
- Relate and interacts with colleagues, supervisors, other school
staff, students, parents, and community members in a professional
and courteous manner.
- Commit to a growth plan that relates to the scope of services
provide to the School.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by
supervisor. EVALUATIONWill be evaluated in accordance with the
Navajo Preparatory School Board, Inc. policies and procedures.
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