Job Title Head Coach - Football

Location Capitol Heights, MD, US

Organization Name Interscholastic Athletics

Department Description

Under the direction of the Athletic Director, The coach is expected to provide an atmosphere in which all athletes are treated in a fair and equitable manner. The coach shall exercise appropriate leadership to ensure that the program has a positive and productive influence on the total educational experience of athletes. The coach must know his/her sport thoroughly, be familiar with current trends of the sport, have adequate skill background, and encourage wide student participation in the sport. The coach must be cognizant of all safety issues and hazards associated with his/her sport, communicate these concerns to players and parents, and devote full effort in providing as safe an atmosphere as possible.

Brief Description

This posting is for the Head Coach - Footballposition.


CLOSING DATE: December 13, 2024

Positions are available at the following Locations:

Bladensburg High School

Detailed Description

The Head Coach must perform all duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Principal. In addition, they must assume the responsibility of the Assistant coach in his/her absence. The Head Coach is to ensure the athletes follow the rules of Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA), Prince George's County Athletic Association (PGCAA) and National Federation High School Association (NFHS) that governs the sport.

Contacting and communicating with the Principal, Athletic Director, and staff, etc. on a regular basis;

Completing pre and post season inventories of equipment and uniforms;

Assists head coach in running team practices; assists in teaching offensive and defensive concepts; oversees drills; provides group and one-on-one instruction; assists in player development; remains informed on student athlete's academic progress;

Attending pre and post season meetings as scheduled by the head coach and director of athletics;

Submitting rosters, medical forms, parent permission forms, practice schedules and scrimmages to the Athletic Director, assist in verifying student-athlete eligibility;

Monitoring athlete academic progress and attendance records;

Reporting scores and results to the athletic director;

Participating in awards and school recognition programs;

Supervising and assisting student-athletes in study hall;

Reporting unsafe practice or game facilities and providing locker room supervision before and after practice and games;

Establishing rules of conduct and sportsmanship for the team members and being sure all athletes are treated fairly and equitably, and are involved in the total school program;

Assists in overseeing the conditioning and weight training program and provide proper instruction while ensures student-athletes safety;

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Priority will be given to certificated professional employees of Prince George's County Public Schools;

Must have at least three years of coaching or playing experience in the respective sport;

Must have previous leadership experience with exceptional leadership abilities;

Must have experience with attention to detail, the ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize within a fast-paced rigorous environment;

Minimum age 21 years old and possess a high school diploma;

Must have a thorough knowledge of NFHS rules of the respective sport;

Must have skill background and be familiar with current trends related to the sport;

Completed or enrolled in the prevention and care of athletic injuries course;

Completion in the CPR and First Aid and the Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) or eligible for such certification;

Excellent communication, organizational and administrative skills;

Ability to work with others;

Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Additional Details

Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

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