Football Assistant Coach (MSSD)

The Assistant Coach's primary responsibility is to assist/provide support to the Football Head Coach with the development and implementation of an exemplary athletic program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student-athlete.

Requirements

• Facilitate the improvement and enhancement of athletic skills and team performance for Football student-athletes.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Head Coach in their absence, ensuring seamless operation of team activities.
• Stay updated on new trends, ideas, and techniques in football coaching.
• Promote the value of physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Develop training programs and game plans for the team.
• Ensure all athletic activities adhere to the regulations set forth by DCSAA, KSFL, and NDIAA.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and regulations.
• Monitor student-athlete eligibility and adherence to training and behavior standards.
• Establish and communicate team rules to players and parents, ensuring fair enforcement.
• Adhere to supervising student-athletes, emergency protocols, the student code of conduct, and safety protocols across all activities, including but not limited to locker room and bus safety, to ensure their safety and well-being.
• Promptly report any injuries and incidents, including but not limited to discrimination, bullying, harassment, and hazing, to Athletic Coordinators and Athletic Director.
• Communicate effectively with every member of the school district and community.
• Cultivate positive public relations for the Football program through program development, presentations, and media communication.
• Work effectively with the team in fundraising efforts to earn funds for travel, food, sports attire, and equipment.
• React productively to change and handle other assigned tasks.
• Support the value of education.
• Support the philosophy and vision of the MSSD Athletics Department.
• Attend mandatory MSSD Coaches Orientation and Sports Awards Banquet.
• Adhere to district health and safety policies at all times.
• Establish and maintain a positive and supportive working relationship with co-workers and supervisors.
• Shows a genuine commitment to community engagement and belonging in the workplace and participates in activities and workshops to foster continuous learning.
• Serves as a mandatory reporter under Title IX; and commits to completing Title IX training and other compliance requirements on an annual basis.
• Prioritizes safety in the workplace as a collective responsibility for the well-being of employees and fosters a culture of safety that is integral to our success, including strict adherence to safety procedures and protocols, as well as promptly reporting any safety hazards or incidents.
• Perform related and other duties as needed.