Athletic Coaches Multiple Openings

Job Description:

Position Title: Athletic Coach

Department: Athletics

Location: Scottsdale Prep

Reports To: Athletic Director

EEO Classification: Professionals

FLSA Status: Seasonal volunteer paid

Compensation Type: Stipend / Volunteer

Position Summary: The Athletic Coach builds and maintains a competitive program and believes competitive greatness is byproduct of hard work morals sportsmanship and overall character. Great Hearts Athletics coaches build a legacy develop character and skill and impact positively the lives of the scholar-athletes who have been placed in their care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedule and conduct after-school practices approximately 5 days per week.
• Oversee the management care and distribution of uniforms and sports equipment.
• Advocate for academic curriculum and actively support character development initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between parents administration and coaching staff.
• Attend coach training sessions and professional development meetings as required.
• Provide coaching during weekday and weekend practices games and tournaments.
• Administer and coordinate post-season play and preparation.
• Manage team rosters eligibility and related administrative tasks.
• Abide by Great Hearts Athletics Policies and Procedures as well as the employee handbook.
• Assist in organizing and participating in end-of-season activities events and team gatherings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Required/Preferred Education: At minimum high school diploma/GED bachelors degree preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience in coaching high school athletics.
• Previous professional or collegiate playing experience is a plus.
• Proven experience in coaching and/or mentoring student-athletes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire motivate and lead young people.
• Commitment to upholding high standards of character integrity and sportsmanship.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Required/Preferred Skills:

• Commitment to the philosophy and mission of Great Hearts
• Superior and professional verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships.

Physical Functions: Requires but is not limited to standing sitting repetitious hand and body movements bending squatting and reaching. Running jumping and other rapid movements may also be required. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.

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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.

Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.

This description reflects managements assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.