Middle School Science Teacher Boys Coach

Job Title:Middle School Science Teacher/Boys Coach
Exemption Status:Exempt
Reports to: Jess McReynolds Principal/ Max Kattwinkel Executive Director of Athletics
School:Lubbock-Cooper Middle School

Primary Purpose:
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and ability to excel in assigned sports. Contribute to the education program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelors degree from accredited university
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements
Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
Current first aid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate
Clear and valid Texas commercial drivers license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials equipment and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations.
3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities. 4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
4. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements.
5. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
3. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
4. Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom and Program Management and Organization

1. Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students.
2. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
3. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
4. Assist in selecting books equipment and other instructional materials.
5. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required.
6. Assist with the establishment of performance criteria for competition and evaluation of students athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis. Model performance criteria and physical movements required for successful student performance of sport.
7. Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes equipment materials and facilities.
8. Assist with coordinating travel arrangements to out-of-town events.
9. Ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
10. Assist with the development and coordination of a continuing evaluation of a coaching program and make suggestions based on findings.

Student Management

1. Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions in assigned sports both at-home and on out-of-town trips.
2. Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
3. Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests practice sessions and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
4. Encourage by example and through instruction sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.
2. Maintain open communication with parents students principals and teachers.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers. .
3. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Administration

1. Assist in selection of equipment and instructional materials.
2. Assist with the compilation maintenance and filing of all reports records and other documents required.
3. Assist with the process of cleaning repairing and storing all campus athletic equipment.
4. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

1. Assign and oversee completion of the work of student athletic assistants.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipmentPosture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Posture:
Prolonged standing; kneeling squatting bending and stooping; frequent driving; moderate grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension and reaching
Motion:
Frequent walking and physical movements associated with sport(s) assigned
Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment; occasional moderate lifting or carrying (15-44 pounds)
Environment:
Work outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather) and inside; frequent exposure to noise; frequent district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours