Head Coach -Track- Cedar High School

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Cedar High School is seeking a Head Track Coach. This position will remain open until filled.

Head Coach is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition; motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses player's skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the School Athletics Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Ensures and monitors training and certification compliance, mandated by Utah High School Athletic Association (UHSAA), for all assigned assistant coaches and volunteers.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Determines game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Acts as a team representative and promotes the sport by communicating with the news media, booster clubs, service clubs, and other organizations.
• Responsible for scheduling travel requests and also turning in a "Spend Plan" annually.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Works with the School Athletic Director to develop a policy for awards and submits a list of award winners at the end of the season.
• Participates in special activities to include banquets, award nights, and assemblies.
• Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Must have basic computer knowledge, be familiar with Google docs and check email frequently. Must be willing to learn and use all computer systems and software as needed.