Middle School Assistant Track Coach

Title: Assistant Track Coach

Location: Greenville Middle School

Classification: Athletic Coach

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Schedule: Seasonal

Salary: $1,162 - $3,021 per season, based upon relevant prior experience

Benefits: This position does not meet the requirements for benefit eligibility

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Middle School Track Coach assists the head coach in organizing, developing, and supervising the middle school track and field program by developing athletic skills, physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship in student athletes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: other duties may be assigned

Assist the head coach with planning and conducting practices, conditioning activities, and skill development sessions

Provide instruction in track and field events, including running, relays, jumping, and throwing events

Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, respect, and positive behavior among athletes

Supervise student athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and other team activities to ensure their safety and well-being

Assist with organizing and conducting track meets, including event preparation, athlete assignments, warm-ups, and competition activities

Monitor attendance, participation, effort, and progress

Communicate effectively with head coaches, athletes, and parents/guardians

Ensure compliance with district policies, athletic department procedures, and athletic association rules

Recognize and respond appropriately to injuries, medical concerns, and emergency situations

Commitment to regular and predictable attendance

Adherence to Greenville Public Schools core values: integrity, collaboration, compassion, and responsibility

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Previous track and field, athletic, or coaching experience preferred

Ability to work effectively with middle school students

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive athletic environment

Satisfactory background check

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee must be able to:

Stand for extended periods during practices and meets

Sit for extended periods on buses for away meets and tournaments

Perform and demonstrate track and field skills

Move around the facility, observe players, and actively engage with them

React quickly in fast-paced game play to ensure player safety

Lift and move equipment (typically up to 25-50 lbs)

Project voice loudly and clearly in noisy environments

Maintain composure under stress

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Greenville Public Schools Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
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