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Head Girls Tennis Coach - South High School

Employer
Omaha Public Schools
Location
Omaha, NE, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Category
Teaching, Athletics Coach
Grade Level
High School

Job Details

POSITION TITLE: Head Girls Tennis Coach

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree, with emphasis in Education preferred.

• Individual must be able to meet Nebraska School Activities Association guidelines, which include Nebraska Teaching Certificate and/or Special Services Certificate with endorsement in coaching.

• High School coaching experience with prior head coaching experience in the specific sport preferred.

• The varsity position requires deep knowledge of the sport and must be able to foster positive human relationships and to work effectively with students, staff, parents and community.

• The varsity coach must exhibit high standards of professional ethics and conduct.

OTHER INFORMATION

Location: South High School

Reports to: Building Principal and Athletic Director

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Varsity Head Coach for tennis has the responsibility for leading that athletics program in a manner that serves the best interests of the school district and of the student athletes who participate at any level in that program. The head coach works cooperatively with the administrators of the school to assure that the activities related to the program are consistent with building needs and practices as well as the rules identified by the Metropolitan High School Activities Association and the Nebraska School Activities Association. The head coach assures that all program staff and participating students adhere to the Policies and Regulations and the Practices and Procedures of the Board of Education.

Program Leadership

1. Supervises the athletics program at all levels of competition offered by the school, ensuring the safety and well being of all student participants.

2. Sets and maintains appropriately high expectations for learning and classroom performance as a condition for participation in athletics. Assures that students' academic performance is monitored and supported to ensure success.

3. Sets and maintains high behavioral expectations for student athletes and staff who participate in the program, assuring that all conduct presents the school and the school district in a positive manner. Supports the values of competitive sports including hospitality, sportsmanship, and fair play.

4. Develops and communicates an administratively approved plan for teaching and supporting appropriate student behavior including possible consequences for unacceptable behavior. Assures that the plan is implemented consistently and fairly to support the development of the student athletes and promote the success of the athletics program.

5. Develops and implements a cohesive athletics program that teaches skills and promotes team play of all program participants through instruction, practice, and competitive events.

6. Implements and supports the letter and the spirit of eligibility criteria for the participation of student athletes as determined by the school and the district, as well as those of the Metropolitan High School Activities Association and the Nebraska School Activities Association.

7. Assists the Athletic Director and the building principal in selecting, assigning, supervising, developing, and evaluating staff at all levels of the program.

8. Promotes the athletics program through district-approved activities with elementary and middle school aged students. These activities are offered in order to enhance the development of skills and knowledge of the sport in young children.

9. Assists student athletes who wish to pursue higher education and are capable of participating in athletics beyond the high school level with understanding opportunities, pursuing scholarships and financial support, and selecting appropriate options.

10. Communicates effectively with students, staff, parents, and the public. Follows district guidelines in communicating with the media.

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Company

Omaha Public Schools: where every child is known, loved, and inspired!

As a large urban public school district, our mission is to prepare all students to excel in college, career and life. Our programs are just as diverse as the students we serve. Our district consists of 65 elementary schools, 13 middle schools, 9 high schools, 1 virtual school, and 13 alternative programs. We enroll 52,000 students from various ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds. We serve more than 18,000 English Language Learners. Our student population speaks 108 different languages. We meet all students where they are. We work with our gifted and talented students by providing a wide array of enrichment programs. Students have opportunities for advanced studies in essentially every subject area, including all core curriculum, music, art and physical education. Students across all grade levels have optimal educational opportunities.

Omaha families value education and expect a great deal from their children and their schools. Our test scores exceed the national average for large school districts. Students have consistently improved test scores on their Nebraska State Assessment (NeSA) tests throughout the past six years.

Omaha Public Schools is the third largest employer in the state, with more than 9,000 full-time employees who are involved in the daily operation of our schools. Our teaching staff has an average of 10 years of experience and nearly 65 percent hold advanced degrees.

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Telephone
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Location
2585 Vane St
Omaha
Nebraska
68131
United States

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