Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the district’s 7-12 football program and facilities. Instruct and coach students to develop skills and abilities to excel in football. Instruct and mentor assistant coaches to develop skills and abilities to excel at coaching student athletes.

Assist the Athletic Director in managing the district’s 7-12 boys athletic programs and facilities. Help ensure all student athletes develop the mental and physical skills and abilities to excel in athletics. Help provide GISD students with the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and ensure compliance with all federal, state, University Interscholastic League (UIL), and local requirements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Valid Texas teaching certificate

Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of coaching football techniques and procedures

Knowledge of overall operations of an athletic program

Knowledge of overall coaching techniques and procedures

Knowledge of federal, state, and UIL policies governing athletics

Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to interpret data

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Excellent public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, and staff

Experience:

At least 5 years successful teaching and coaching experience

Head Coach/Coordinator experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
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