EMS: 7th Grade Football Coach, season runs August 25 - October 24, 2026 (stipend)

**7% stipend range, based on previous public school coaching experience** **General Summary:** The Head Coach is responsible for helping each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self\-esteem. The Head Coach reports to the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison and works under the auspices of the Varsity Head Coach in his/her sport. **Duties and Responsibilities:** Administrative Responsibilities * Adheres to the Code of Conduct for Coaches; acts as a positive role model on and off the court/field/site, etc.; * Adheres to Playing Fair: A Guide to Title IX in High School and College Sports; * Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved; * Maintains competency in rules, rule interpretations, meet procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport; * Works cooperatively with all TCAPS coaches, athletic directors/LEAP Liaison, and students to ensure a healthy, positive cross town rivalry; * Recommends to the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison teams that may be scheduled and officials to be employed; * Works with the Varsity Head Coach and/or on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison to plan transportation and appropriate supervision at away contests in compliance with district travel policy and guidelines; Supervisory Duties * Assists on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison and Varsity Head Coach in recruiting, hiring and evaluating all coaches in his/her sport; * Assigns duties to equipment managers, assistant coaches (if applicable), and helpers and evaluates their performance; * Record Keeping Responsibilities * Maintains an accurate and current squad roster and submits copies to the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison; * Works closely with on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison, Booster Club and Varsity Head Coach in the financing of his/her sport and fundraising efforts for his/her team. * Develops a consistent and positive communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about his/her sport; * Maintains accurate statistics, records, and results of the season; * Arranges for the presentation of team awards through the on\-site Athletic Director; * Prepares a detailed uniform, equipment and supply request and submits it to the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison, and maintains a detailed inventory list of uniforms, equipment and supplies; * Maintains necessary attendance forms, insurance records, and similar paperwork; * Submits all grants with approval of central office and Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison, * Advises coaches, students and parents of spring and fall opportunities for physicals at a reduced cost; Athletic Behavior/Eligibility Responsibilities * Enforces all rules of the Michigan High School Athletic Association related to his/her sport if applicable. * Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establishes and oversees penalties for breach of such standards by individual students; * Establishes performance criteria for participation in interscholastic competition in his/her sport; * Checks with Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison on individual athlete’s eligibility; Injury/Safety * Cooperates with the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Liaison to verify that no candidate is issued equipment or allowed to practice until his/her physical examination card has been completed and his/her insurance coverage is in effect; * Oversees the safety conditions of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present; * Enforces rules and regulations concerning conditioning of players and their health and safety; * Reports injuries to the trainer if applicable and/or completes and submits accident reports to the on\-site Athletic Director/LEAP Director; * Exercises great care in dealing with all injuries and particularly those that are of a serious nature. In all cases, the coach should assure that the injured athlete is receiving competent medical care. Following injuries of a serious or prolonged nature, the coach should secure the signed approval of the doctor and parent before the athlete is allowed to participate again in athletic activities; * Provides supervision of all athletes until they have left the building and/or site; * Ensures that all windows, doors, and gates are locked in any area that has been used; Team Activities * Plans all practice sessions and supervises out\-of\-season conditioning program; * Ensures a positive environment free of hazing, harassment, bullying and intimidating language and behaviors; Other duties as required **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:** * Valid teaching certificate and a bachelor’s preferred. * First aid and CPR training required within first two years and maintained thereafter. * Experience in teaching, coaching, and sports medicine preferred. * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Demonstrate success in area of application.