POSITION TITLE:

7th Grade Girls Basketball/2nd Sport TBD - Junior High Social Studies Teacher

POSITION LOCATION:

Ahlf Junior High School

FLSA:

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Coaching Endorsement Required

Social Studies Certification Required

TEACHING

REPORTS TO:

Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

1. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom he or she is responsible.
2. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
3. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
4. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
5. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
6. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
7. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.
8. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
9. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
10. Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
11. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
12. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
13. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
14. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

COACHING

    Reports To:

    Head Girls Basketball and Athletic Director

ESSENTIAL OR REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for players, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches.
2. Maintain good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, etc.
3. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
4. Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
6. Effectively motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interests in the program.
7. Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of rules and regulations set forth by Arkansas Activities Association.
9. Assume responsibility for proper care of the school facilities.
10. Supervise all students under his or her care.
11. Report injuries to administration in a timely manner.
12. Assist in building and sustaining a successful program that is widely supported and respected by the Searcy Public School District and community at large.
13. Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Athletic Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To be an effective educator in the classroom and on the field.
2. To assist in maintaining high academic standards for all students.
3. To direct the athletic program in all phases at a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm.
4. To work cooperatively with other athletic coaches in order to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
5. To foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to win, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school and community.

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