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Athletic coach requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in athletic coach job postings.
Sample athletic coach requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or related field
  • Previous experience in coaching or instructing athletes
  • Current certification in CPR and First Aid
  • Ability to develop and implement training programs
  • Knowledge of sports rules and regulations
Sample required athletic coach soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to motivate and inspire athletes
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work well with a diverse range of individuals
  • Flexible and able to work under pressure

Athletic coach job description example 1

Atlanta International School athletic coach job description

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Atlanta International School (AIS) offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum to all students, from 3K through grade 12. Our challenging academic programs develop internationally-minded, critical-thinking students able to take complex and often disparate knowledge, concepts and skills, and forge these into new and unique ways of solving problems. We provide a rigorous education in a diverse, multicultural, multilinguistic community where the reality and hope of human potential are in action.


Our mission at AIS is to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. All AIS employees believe deeply in the potential of each student, value critical thinking (their own and students’) and know learning can be fun and exciting. AIS offers an incredible spirit of community and diversity of perspectives that come from students, families, and employees representing more than 90 nationalities and over 60 languages.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The AIS Athletics Department has programming for students in Pre-K through Grade 12, with approximately 40 Middle School, JV, and Varsity teams across the following sports: Cross Country, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Swim and Dive, and eSports.

The Athletics Department is seeking committed, understanding, and versatile coaching candidates to serve as community coaches for our Middle and Upper School sports teams. Specific roles will be determined by a candidate's experience and expertise. Ideal candidates will be those who are interested in contributing to our programs in a variety of ways and have a passion for working with student-athletes in our multicultural and inclusive athletic community.

In your application, please specify which program you are interested in coaching.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents.
  • Teach skills through effectively planned practices at a level appropriate for each member of the team.
  • Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility.
  • Responsible for all aspects of directing the team’s practice and play in games, dependent upon the coaching role.
  • Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one’s team.
  • Monitor players' personal conduct during games.
  • Establish a working relationship with the other coaches in the program and athletic department for the purpose of creating stronger overall teams and programs.
  • Continue professional growth by attending classes, clinics, workshops, and affiliations with professional organizations.
  • Transport the team to away competitions as needed
  • Perform other related duties as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant coaching experience
  • Required GHSA certification, if applicable
  • CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
  • Background check and driving record check required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Atlanta International School is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The School’s current COVID-19 Immunization Proof and Testing policy states that all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 immunization or participate in regular COVID-19 testing. Regular testing opportunities are provided by the School on campus.

EEO
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.

We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

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Athletic coach job description example 2

Aspire Public Schools athletic coach job description

Langston Hughes Academy

About Aspire:
Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998-in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through-Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

The Opportunity:
Behind every successful student is a passionate and dedicated team.Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to earn a college degree.

We are seeking an Athletics Coach to provide a high quality, personalized athletic experience for students, and to uphold the mission and values established by Aspire Public Schools.

What You Will Do:

  • Organize and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged.
  • Support a school-wide culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students.
  • Ensure that all athletes comply with Aspire and BASCALS eligibility requirements including; scholastic disciplinary and attendance eligibility.
  • Work with administration to ensure compliance with schools policies and practices.
  • Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on athletics activities and student progress; find ways to involve parents/guardians in their students' athletic experience.
  • Exhibit fiduciary responsibility with equipment and monies.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

What You Will Bring:

  • Knowledge and experience coaching high school teams.
  • Knowledge of the sport of coaching and league interaction.
  • Ability and willingness to reflect and improve.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community.
  • Demonstrated success with prior coaching.
  • High School Diploma
  • Relevant experience in coaching Interscholastic Athletic Teams.
  • 2+ years working with students as a high school athletics coach.

Compensation:
Aspire offers its employees a competitive pay.

Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

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Super Soccer Stars athletic coach job description

Amazing Athletes is the premier sports-based enrichment program in the country. We are looking for energetic and motivated individuals to add to our coaching team. This fun part-time position requires traveling to different schools and day care centers to teach the basic fundamentals of 10 different sports to children ranging from 2.5 to 6 years old. Amazing Athletes coaches must have a passion for working with children with the ultimate goal of making a positive impact on as many children as possible and spark a love of movement.

We are hoping to find an individual to become part of our long-term team and develop within this growing company for the Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, Celina, Little Elm, The Colony, West Plano & Carrollton areas. Therefore, we are looking for someone who can offer a minimum of a one year commitment to our company and who is willing to take on the entire area with the goal of growing. Unfortunately, because we operate within the preschool hours and around lunch and nap time, Amazing Athletes does not offer full time position.
Requirements

If your city of residence is not: Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, The Colony, Little Elm, Plano you won't be contacted

Must be willing to travel to local schools within Frisco, McKinney, West Plano, Prosper,The Colony, and Carrollton areas.

Must be available for a minimum of 3 of 5 weekdays

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have a valid driver's license and your own reliable transportation to get to and from class locations. Classes are held at different child care centers/schools throughout the territory.

Maintain positive and professional relationships with directors, teachers and staff

Must be available M-F hours 8:30-11:30 and 2:30- 4:00pm

Must be at least 18 years old.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get you to and from class locations

CPR & First Aid certifications (required)

Must be able to carry 50 lbs.

Must pass state and FBI background checks (includes DUI/DWI).

1 year early education and/or coaching experience (preferred)

Benefits

Flexible schedule

On the job training

Always have the opportunity to sub classes

Potential to increase workload

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Updated March 14, 2024

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