For the 2024-2025 School year

 REQUIREMENTS:

• Arizona Teaching Certificate or NFHS Level 1 Coaching Certification (High School only);
• NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and NFHS Concussion Awareness Certificate (High School only);
• Must possess current First Aid and CPR Training Certification;
• Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance and background check or maintain a current Fingerprint Clearance Card;
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1968.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Pre-season responsibilities

• Work with the athletic director on the timely employment of assistant coaches and volunteers;
• Ensure staff attends the mandatory in-services and have certifications prior to first day;
• Prior to student participation in any supervised activities, ensure all students are properly cleared to participate;
• Assure team and athletic department policies and procedures are followed by all coaching staff;
• Conduct a meeting for all parents outlining expectations of athletes for the season;
• Conduct a pre-season athlete meeting regarding all team rules, department policies and procedures;
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness and safety.

In-season responsibilities

• Administer all phases of the assigned sport;
• Provide for the proper care and use of equipment and facilities;
• Organize and implement all practice plans;
• Maintain appropriate inventory control for all school and district equipment;
• Communicate appropriately with students, parents, staff and media;
• Supervise athletes at all times when they are involved in sport activities;
• Continually encourage and model positive and healthy lifestyle for students;
• Provide leadership for assistant coaches at all levels within the sport;
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service;
• Prepare and maintain appropriate activity reports;
• Monitor activities on the field or court to prevent accidents;
•  Follow emergency action plan and procedures established in the event of an emergency;
• Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment (rescue tubes, backboard, signs and other equipment).

Post-season responsibilities

• Inventory and store all equipment;
• Evaluate all assistants and share the evaluation with each AD;
• Conduct off-season conditioning and practice sessions, including spring and summer practices as outlined in AIA regulations.