MS Volleyball

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1. TSSAA Volleyball Coaching Experience
2. Other Middle/High School Volleyball Coaching Experience
3. Organized Youth Volleyball Coaching Experience
4. Other Organized Youth Sports Coaching Experience

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ASSISTANT COACH/SPONSOR

Primary Purpose: To assist the head coach with organizing the assigned sport program at Lakeland Preparatory. Assists with conducting practices, motivating students, and instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques.  Adheres to all rules and regulations of the TSSAA/TMSSAA and/or Lakeland School System.

Minimum Training and Qualifications:
- Successful completion of NFHS "Fundamentals of Coaching" and "First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches" courses
- Preferred previous coaching experience in assigned sport
- Knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport and willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the assigned sport or coaching in general
- Willingness to learn and follow District policies and procedures
- Positive role model to the players and parents
- Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Performance Responsibilities:
- Assists the head coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport
- Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach
- Assesses player's skills, monitors players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students
- Assists with determining game strategy
- Assists the head coach with supervising athletes during practices and competition
- Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury
- Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators
- Maintains the equipment room in orderly condition and assumes responsibility for its security
- Distributes equipment, supplies, and uniforms to students as directed by the head coach
- Assists the head coach with submitting a list of award winners at the end of the season
- Participates in special activities to include parents' night, banquets, award nights, and pep rallies
- Performs support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records
- Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
- Represents the school and system in a professional manner
- Performs other functions as assigned

Clearances and Testing: (at expense of applicant)
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
- Pre-employment physical exam & TB Test

The Assistant Coach (Faculty/Non-Faculty) maintains a variable schedule and works the required hours to meet the duties and responsibilities of this position, which may include evening and weekend work.  This position is ineligible for benefits and compensated by a stipend based on qualifications and experience.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Primary Purpose:
To develop and implement an exemplary sports program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each student/athlete and adhere to all rules and regulations of the TSSAA/TMSSAA and/or Lakeland School System.

Minimum Training and Qualifications:
- Successful completion of NFHS "Fundamentals of Coaching" and "First Aid, Health, & Safety for Coaches" courses
- Ability to organize and supervise a sports program/team
- Preferred previous coaching experience in assigned sport
- Knowledge of technical aspects of the assigned sport and willingness to continue to learn and examine new ideas pertinent to the assigned sport or coaching in general
- Willingness to learn and follow District policies and procedures
- Positive role model to the players and parents
- Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Train and coach the members of the program in season and off season
2. Coordinate the development and promotion of the program
3. Comply with school and school board policies and regulations
4. Relate positively to parents and other community representatives
5. Provide instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, strong work ethic, responsibility, team work, sportsmanship, self-discipline, leadership, and self-confidence
6. Have a thorough knowledge of school and conference (if applicable) athletic policies and is responsible for their implementation
7. Attend all required meetings and submits all required paperwork in a timely manner
8. Maintain discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school athletic program and school community
9. Complete all TSSAA/TMSSAA rules exams and attends meetings
10. Supervise practices, games, and team trips
11. Communicate and work with athletic training staff
12. Maintain inventory of uniform/equipment
13. Schedule games with approval of the Athletic Director and school sponsor
14. Represent the school and system in a professional manner
15. Supervise the Booster club and its activities
16. Maintain good public relations with media, Booster club and volunteers
17. Ensure that facilities and grounds are safe to use and communicates with Maintenance staff about all issues
18. Perform other functions as assigned

Clearances and Testing: (at expense of applicant)
- Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
- Pre-employment physical exam & TB Test

The Head Coach (Faculty/Non-Faculty) maintains a variable schedule and works the required hours to meet
the duties and responsibilities of this position, which may include evening and weekend work. This position is
compensated by a stipend based on qualifications and experience.

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Certification/License
Additional References

Coach/Sponsor Positions: 2 of 6 external references required.