Job Details

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Head Coach, the assistant coach is responsible to promote the philosophy of Southside Christian School Athletics and sport's program. This is a stipend position.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assistant Coaches:

• may be asked to help with athletic needs in seasons where they do not coach as a part of our overall athletic team.
• will be required to attend meetings as required by the Head Coach or Executive Director of Athletics.
• are expected to uphold and support the SCS school philosophy and athletic philosophy.
• are expected to know and enforce the SCS Athletic Handbook and SCS Student and Family Handbook.
• are to be and have their teams available for set up and take down of facilities when needed.
• are required to complete the NFHS online courses that are required by the SCHSL. These courses need to be completed prior to the first day of practice.
• are required by the SCHSL to complete CPR certification prior to the first day of practice.
• are to be aware of general SCHSL guidelines and those related to the sport.
• may be required to drive the team. Annually and one month prior to the coaching season, coaches must complete a packet to renew driving privileges.
• are responsible for knowing plays and when to execute plays.

• Must be a born-again believer in Jesus Christ; be involved with an evangelical, protestant church of like faith and practice; and agree with the philosophies, Statement of Faith, and Statement of Christian Life Commitment of Southside Christian School.
• Must be a spiritually mature, veteran Christian coach who agrees with the school's Mission, Vision, Values, Biblical Beliefs, Statement of Christian Life Commitment, and Statement of Faith.
• Must be a person with proven spiritual, moral, and leadership qualities, and be capable of developing a strong rapport with fellow coaches and student athletes and the SCS community.
• Experience and or training in coaching is preferred

• must be able work in challenging conditions related to the sport which may include varying temperatures and precipitation.
• must be able to demonstrate techniques and skills of the sport.
• must be physically active for extended periods, including standing, walking, and moving around the field or court.
• must be able to lift and carry equipment related to the sport.
• must be able to visually monitor athletes for their safety, which can require good eyesight and the ability to stand for long periods.