PURPOSE OF JOB:  Provided leadership for the school’s entire athletic program through the ongoing development, implementation and improvement of specific sport coached.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Coordinate specific sport with a full team in compliance with MSHSAA standards;

2. Assist in implementing athletic standards as outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook and attend all
1. MSHSAA required sessions;

3. Assist in the coordination of the program;

4. Assist in the supervision of students at practices and contests;

5. Help provide information for transportation, facilities, officials and game management;

6. Help organize and schedule practice sessions on a regular basis with the objective of developing the student-athlete’s greatest potential;

7. Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of the best training and injury management procedures;

8. Conduct team and self in an ethical manner during practices and contests, always exemplifying the  highest standards of sportsmanship;

9. Assist in getting the systematic return of all school equipment in accordance with the KCMSD Athletic Department Handbook;

10. Continue professional growth through clinics and professional publications;

11. Must successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses;

1. Must fulfill 8 contact hours of professional development.:
   1. District level mtgs –4hrs;
   2. School level mtgs - 3hrs;
   3. Outside mtgs/Clinics –1hr