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McDonogh 35 High School Head Football Coach

InspireNOLA Charter Schools, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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About InspireNOLA As the highest performing open‑admission charter network in the city of New Orleans, InspireNOLA is working to inspire and transform an educational movement where students can develop the academic and personal skills necessary to be prepared for college, their community and the world. InspireNOLA currently operates eight public charter schools and educates over 5,500 students, the majority of whom are African American and qualify for free or reduced lunch. With a focus on providing outstanding instruction and differentiated support to meet the needs of all students, InspireNOLA is achieving outstanding results and is a model for excellence within the education community. The work of our team makes a profound and enduring contribution to the revitalization of New Orleans.

Position Summary The Head Football Coach is primarily responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and developing techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. The Coach motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport and builds student athlete skills to ensure peak performance and fitness are achieved during crucial times, such as competitions, tournaments, matches, trials and qualifying events.

Overview Of Application Process

Application closes on January 9th

Notification of Eligibility

Initial Screening with Recruitment Team

Multiple Committee Interviews

Follow‑Up

Final Decision

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

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 athletics director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.

Assigns duties to an assistant coach as necessary.

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; and encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.

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.

Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.

Works with the 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 parent's night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.

Maintains eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.

Attends staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.

Responsible for the development, organization and implementation of the entire football program, as well as in the provision of leadership to football personnel and student athletes.

Adheres to all LHSAA assigned district and the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) rules and regulations relative to the football program.

Work day consists of time, after completion of the school day, necessary to adequately prepare the coach's team for competition.

Also, he/she must sometimes work weekends and holidays as determined by the preparedness of his/her team.

Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal & Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.

Compensation & Benefits Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as TRSL, our employer retirement contribution, is included.

InspireNOLA is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Position Qualifications & Competencies

Belief in the mission and values of InspireNOLA;

Experience as an athletic coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level (preferred);

Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills;

Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport;

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

This individual shall hold at a minimum, a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university or college and meets the applicable administrative provisions published in Bulletin 741 (Public and Non-public) as adopted by the BESE for public and non-public schools.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Other

Job function Education and Training

Industries: Education Administration Programs

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