Boys Lacrosse Assistant Coach

Saline High School is seeking an outstanding individual to assist our boy's lacrosse program as the varisty assistant coach. Interested candidates must understand their responsibility to be exemplary role models, (on and off the job) great teachers, (of sport-specific and general life skills) and great communicators, (with players, parents and the community at large).  

The Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated; have a deep desire to grow professionally; believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive and reflective of the highest level of cultural competence; possess a strong work-ethic; are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand that equity, inclusion and social justice are essential to the success of a coach in the 21st Century.   

SALARY: Per the SEA Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to organize, supervise and provide leadership for a total sport program within the framework of the total athletic program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport.
• The assistant coach must have fundamental knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and at the same time must be able to coordinate, plan, evaluate and implement his/her program.
• Follow the expectations as outlined by the MHSAA, the SEC and Saline Area Schools.

Reports to:       

The Athletic Director and the Head Boys Lacrosse coach

Supervises:       

Team members.

Job Goal:         

To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success.  At the same time, the student-athlete shall receive instruction that will lead to the formation of moral values, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.

General:       

• The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community’s image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must  not over-ride the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health.
• The position includes the responsibility for other unusual aspects such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments.
• It is the expressed intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to functions. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

Assistant Coach Job Description:

• Has a fundamental knowledge of all the athletic policies and supports their implementation within the team.
• Has knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations, implements same consistently.
• Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. 
• Is aware of public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
• Conducts himself/herself and his/her teams in an ethical manner during practices and competition and promotes good sportsmanship by modeling appropriate behavior.
• Serves as a positive role model.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

SEASON:                          MHSAA season begins March 2024

                                        Out-of-season activities occur year-round as allowed by MHSAA  

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.