Athletics Volunteer Coach - 26/27 SY

Overview of PositionResponsibilities include coaching the designated sport under the direction of the Head Coach, assists with the Varsity team, coaches the JV (2nd) and/or JVC (3rd) team including assisting in providing guidance, instruction and experience to enhance students' personal, physical and social growth and development. This position may be held in addition to a classroom teaching or other work assignment.Position reports to: Building Principal/Athletic Administrator and to Building Athletic Director. Receives direction from Head Coach.Please note that completed fingerprints and first aid and CPR certifications are necessary for this assignment. Costs related to these requirements are the perspective volunteers obligation. Seattle Public Schools does not compensate or reimburse for costs related. Position Reports ToSchool Athletic DirectorSchool Athletic AdministratorSchool PrincipalTo Apply For This Position, Please Follow These StepsSubmit your application with an attachment of your valid CPR and First Aid certificates from either Red Cross or American Heart Association. If you do not have your CPR and/or First Aid certificates attached, you must obtain certification within one (1) month of your Volunteer Athletics Coach online application submittal date. Email your certificate(s) to athletics@seattleschools.org. In your message, request to attach the material(s) to your Volunteer Athletics Coach application.You must schedule a fingerprints appointment within the two (2) weeks from the date you submitted your Volunteer Athletic Coach online application through this weblink. (Drop-in visits are not allowed.) On the drop down box, select "Finger Printing" and follow the directions on the screen.Please Enter The Following Information In The Corresponding FieldsWork Location: School(s) in which you plan to coachJob Title: Volunteer Athletics CoachReporting Manager Name: Name of Athletic Director or Athletic Coordinator at the school(s) you will coachOnce you successfully book your fingerprints appointment, you will receive a confirmation message.On the day of your appointment, you must bring government-issued photo identification and payment. Check with the HR front desk for cost and payment information by calling 206-252-0215.Please NoteYou will receive notification of your Volunteer Athletics Coach clearance when your CPR and First Aid certifications have been approved by Athletics and your fingerprint and background check have been verified by Human Resources.If you do not complete your fingerprints and/or your certification within their respective windows, then you will need to reapply and go through the entire process.If you are unsure how to use the Seattle Public Schools application system, please visit this link for instructions.If you are applying with the expectation of being a paid hourly coach at your school, you will need to fill out additional paperwork at your school site. Please see your Athletic Director/Coordinator.Essential FunctionsPrepares student-athletes mentally and physically for athletic competition. Enhances student athlete's personal, physical and social growth and development in a culturally diverse environment. Plans and supervises scheduled workouts and games for assigned team. Instructs participants in the skills and techniques of the position played in the sport. Keeps abreast of current sport knowledge and coaching techniques in designated sport by attending clinics and reviewing related literature. Maintains current knowledge of WIAA and Metro rules, regulations and bylaws. Attends Varsity contests as requested and provides support for the Head Coach in decision making and management of assigned sports events. Assists the Head Coach in management of District-owned equipment, maintenance of records, issuing athletic awards and other functions associated with promotion and management of the designated sport program. Attends meetings and clinics as required by the Athletic Department, including attending the League pre-season coaches meeting and annual WIAA sponsored rule clinics as they apply to the particular sport. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective?functioning of the work unit. Knowledge OfREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Basic rules, strategies, coaching techniques and skills of the designated sport Effective behavior management techniques, team dynamics and group learning Skills InCoaching and motivating athletes Effective communication, organizing activities and giving instructions Ability ToRelate to students, staff, administration and the public in a multi-ethnic environment To be fair and consistent when working with students To maintain accurate records and supervise fundraising activities WORKING CONDITIONSRequires stamina and endurance; requires physical exertion associated with demonstrating techniques; required to travel between sites Typical QualificationsMinimum of one year of coaching and/or participation in the designated sport Successful completion of WIAA Coaches Requirements Must be a high school graduate or have completed a GED program For assistant or volunteer coach, must be at least 19 years of age. For head coach, must be at least 21 years of age.Hourly staff accrue sick leave at the rate of 1:40 per the Washington Paid Sick Leave law; eligible for health benefits after 630 hours under conditions of the School Employees Benefits Board through the state of Washington.This position is not eligible for Health benefits.Salary SchedulePlease find the salary schedule associated with this role and others like it HERE.01Please indicate your school specific preference. You may select as many as you wish.BallardClevelandFranklinGarfieldIngrahamLincolnNathan HaleRainier BeachRooseveltChief SealthWest SeattleAki KuroseDenny Intl Middle SchoolEckstein Middle SchoolHamilton Middle SchoolJane Addams Middle SchoolMadison Middle SchoolMcClure Middle SchoolMeany Middle SchoolMercer Middle SchoolRobert Eaglestaff Middle SchoolWashington Middle SchoolWhitman Middle SchoolBroadview Thomson K8Boren K8Catharine Blaine K8Hazel Wolf K8Orca K8Licton Springs K8Pathfinder K8Salmon Bay K8South Shore K8Tops K802Please list the sport(s) you would like to be considered for as a volunteer coach (example: Football):03Please list the season(s) you would like to be considered for as a volunteer coach (example: Fall):04Are you a current Seattle Public School employee?YesNo05Have you scheduled fingerprinting with SPS?YesNo06Please indicate the date of fingerprint appointment with Seattle Public Schools (example: 07/01/2024):07Do you confirm understanding that the cost of fingerprints as well as necessary first and CPR certification falls under the responsibility of the volunteer/applicant?YesNo Required Question