Primary tasks and major activities include working with the Youth Sports Director, Head Varsity football coach, and other Nixa Youth Football head and assistant coaches, serving grades 3-6. Collaborate with High School Varsity football coaches to blend fundamental teaching ideas. Organize practice plans, lead practices, and stress safety and proper techniques in teaching fundamentals. Provide supervision in all practices and game supervision before, during, and after practices and games. Work with Activities Director to develop weekly practice schedules and game planning.
Educational/skills/experience required: Prior youth football coaching experience is preferred. Possess a good knowledge of the game of football. Possess strong relationship-building skills. Ability to be organized and calm under pressure. Good sportsmanship is required. Willingness to understand and support the District's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. Must successfully pass a background check and drug test that are satisfactory to the Board of Education.