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Athletics Coach - Middle School

Salary

$43k - $50k

Min Experience

2 years

Location

Oakland or San Francisco

JobType

part-time

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About the role

School Support San Francisco, California

Description

Athletics Coach (General) - ELO Program, KIPP SF Bay Academy Upper (San Francisco)
Position Summary

KIPP is looking for a dynamic and energetic coach to help lead sports teams at KIPP SF Bay Academy (Middle School). We are looking for someone who is passionate about youth development and building a winning team culture. Coaches at KIPP SF Bay will lead a cohort of students through athletic, social, and academic development in a program that balances practice, games, and homework help each day. Some sports offered at KIPP SF Bay are soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football, and more.
There is an opportunity for year round Athletics Coaching, or Seasonal Coaching, depending on the school's needs.

 

Reports to: Courtenay Brown, Director of Expanded Learning

 

Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
  • Has prior experience coaching school athletic teams

 

Training:
  • Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
  • Completion of the following courses on NFHSLearn.com:
    • Fundamentals of Coaching
    • Concussion 
    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heat Illness Prevention
    • First Aid (unless already certified or planning to obtain certification through another process)

 

Knowledge/skills required:
  • Possesses and maintains a moral character that’s in alignment with the expectations of KIPP Public Schools Northern CA
  • Possesses all qualifications and criteria established by KIPP Public Schools Northern CA for coaches, supervisors, and directors of student activity programs
  • Possesses knowledge of the sport(s) assigned, including but not limited to knowledge of rules/regulations, strategy, training and conditioning, practice techniques and the ability to diagnose player deficiencies and prescribe corrective activities.
  • Possesses ability to communicate effectively with families, students, staff, and other stakeholders
  • Possesses the ability to address situations dealing with accidents, injuries, blood, bodily fluids, tissue, etc.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities 
Manage and supervise the Athletics Teams from grades 5 through 8
  • Coordinate and facilitate practices leading up to and during the season
  • Attend and coach at all games during the season
  • Communicate with families about practices and games, and send reminders leading up to practices and games 
  • Supervise students at all times, including staying with students at practices and games until all students are picked up 
  • Coordinate the issuance, care, and inventory of equipment, supplies (medical as well as others), and uniforms
  • Assist the Athletic Director in purchasing equipment, supplies, and uniforms for the particular sport as necessary
  • Supervise students at all times from the time practice or the activity starts until the designated activity ends
  • Ensure the proper completion of physical examinations and all forms relating to the to the examinations and emergency medical authorization before a student participates in any tryout, practice, scrimmage, or game
  • Submit the following forms to the Athletic Director prior to the start of the season
    • Team Roster
    • All other forms required by the Athletic Director
  • Update Google Spreadsheets with equipment information of your specific team
  • Coordinate the distribution, collection, and storage of athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies (during the season and at its conclusion) and the collection of fees for lost equipment and uniforms by athletes
  • Complete all required NFHS and First Aid/CPR certifications required by the PSAL and CIF
  • Attend seasonal informational meeting regarding your sport
  • Enforce all academic requirements set forth by the leagues of participation and by KIPP
  • Show respect for officials, the press, opposing coaches, visiting teams, parents, fans, students, athletes, fellow coaches, and teachers
  • Be a leader among young student-athletes as an athletic coach and/or teacher
  • Be responsible for the security of all facilities used by the team and coaching staff when custodians are not on duty
  • Report the score to the Athletic Director immediately following any contest via text or email
  • Perform any other duties or responsibilities related to the coaching position as needed or directed by the Principal and/or Athletic Director



Establish an environment in which athletes can gain self-esteem and develop a positive self-image:
  • Demonstrate an interest in the classroom efforts of athletes
  • Provide leadership that promotes positive attitudes and good sportsmanship
  • Work with athletes in a fair, understanding, tolerant, sympathetic, and patient manner
  • Promote school and community interest in the sport by:
    • Holding a pre-season athlete and family meeting
    • Maintaining a pleasant, workable relationship with league officials, tournament officials, and news media
    • Encouraging team members to attend other games, dances, school plays, etc.
  • Notify all members of the team of all policies, procedures, and training rules as they pertain to the team
  • Be responsible for the conduct of student-athletes and other involved students at all times (practices, games, other schools, etc.)

 

Establish winning teams within the bounds of good sportsmanship:
  • Develop teamwork, morale, sportsmanship, courtesy, fair play, academic excellence, and strict adherence to the rules of training and conduct
  • Promote the attitude among athletes and coaches that winning is important but is secondary to good sportsmanship and the overall welfare of the athlete

 

Manage and supervise Study Hall & Academic Support 
  • Lead Study Hall & Academic Support ~1 day/week for all student athletes
  • Supervise to ensure students are completing Homework, Enrichment work, or additional Academic work
  • Provide support and answer students questions as needed
  • Collaborate with and communicate academic progress with students, teachers, and families 



Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands 

 

Physical: Ability to navigate office, school campuses, school facilities, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves sitting. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-30 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overhead

 

Mental: Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

 

Environmental: School and in-person classroom environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.     



Classification
This is a part-time job (~15 hours / week) with typical hours of 3:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday. Some athletic games, practices, or events may take place outside of standard working hours. Standard working hours may be adjusted, and this role is also eligible for overtime hours. This position is based out of our Oakland schools with travel to various local destinations for games or events. 
About KIPP Public Schools Northern California
We are a thriving nonprofit network of free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. 
Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton. 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
Compensation
We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. Hourly pay for this role is between: $20.91 - $24.48 / hour. This role also includes Medical Benefits that are 100% covered for Employees by KIPP Northern California.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume by clicking apply on this page.

 

Question? Email [email protected]



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