TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: Seasonal

Hours: As needed

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Coaches must have a good knowledge of the sport, be able to communicate with athletes clearly and effectively, enthusiastically and successfully recruit athletes for the particular sport, and have a good rapport with students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Communicates with student athletes clearly and effectively
• Enthusiastically and successfully recruits student athletes
• Conducts regular sport practice sessions for one and one-half hours on weekdays throughout the sports season (except with the permission of the Athletic Director to cancel a particular practice session)
• Teaches the philosophy and fundamental skills associated with the sport to student athletes
• Accompanies and supervises student athletes on sporting events at TSD and throughout the state and country
• Provides direct supervision of student athletes in vehicles, locker rooms, gyms, playing fields, dining rooms, and dorms during sport practices
• Attends all meetings required by the Athletic Director
• Supervises and instructs student athletes and managers in caring for and storing equipment and supplies; maintaining lockers, showers and supply rooms; washing towels and uniforms; keeping scores and statistics; and securing personal items
• Controls key and building security including checking out keys and returning them at the end of the season; securing all doors; and turning out lights at the completion of practice or event
• Provides the Athletic Director with up-to-date rosters and eligibility lists at the beginning of the practice season and at any time the roster changes
• Consults with the Athletic Director prior to suspending or dismissing any student from the sport team
• Informs and assists the Athletic Director in all practice scheduling, team meetings, and game scheduling
• Stresses good sportsmanship, safety, and the values of athletics, positive community relations and a positive image of the school to students, staff and opponents
• Cares for injured students, working closely with the athletic trainer when available by sending them immediately (if possible) to the Health Center if at TSD
• Reports any hazardous situations to the Athletic Director in a timely manner
• Becomes familiar with the AIPL Manual, bylaws, and complies with all TSD policies and procedures
• Reports game results to appropriate newspapers
• Submits player rosters to the Athletic Director
• Submits first statistics, completes all-American records, award summaries, and brochure summaries
• Maintains certification in First Aid and CPR (TSD Policy DBA)

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Must have or able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within one month of employment
• Sign Language:  At hire, the applicant must have sign language skills equivalent to a Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) level of INTERMEDIATE.  When applying, the applicant must submit documentation that the applicant believes substantiates that the applicant has achieved the proficiency level required at hire. 

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED

• Proficient signed communications skills
• Prior work experience in Athletics program of middle school or high school

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES/ATTRIBUTES

• Instructional Knowledge— knowledge of content; instructional methodologies, classroom management
• Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.
• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

SUPERVISOR

Athletics Director

MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY (MOS) CODE

None Equivalent

It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.