Head Coach (Major Sport) oversees all activities of a major athletic team. Plans and directs training of student athletes, and assesses individuals' abilities and skill level to determine appropriate team position. Being a Head Coach (Major Sport) analyzing opposition team performance and capabilities and determines game strategy. Assists players in reaching highest athletic potential possible through athletic training and leadership skills. Additionally, Head Coach (Major Sport) must be familiar with NCAA rules and regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree in the related area. Typically reports to a institutional officer. Head Coach (Major Sport) is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. To be a Head Coach (Major Sport) typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Type : Staff Temporary
Hours per week : 10
Weeks per year : 30
Work Schedule : 1 to 2 days / week; generally Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 7 : 00 p.m. to 9 : 00 p.m.; includes 3 to 5 tournaments over the weekend in the Spring of 2024
Department Summary & Job Purpose :
Ability to positively interact and build relationships with college-aged students of diverse backgrounds while coaching them in fundamental and advanced Ultimate skills.
The Ultimate Frisbee Club Sport Coach should be familiar with ultimate rules, regulations, terminology, and gameplay.
Core Job Duties and Responsibilities :
Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Previous experience working with college students.
Previous experience playing Ultimate.
Previous coaching experience.
Ability to teach basic to advanced fundamentals and skills during practices and games (defense, offense, scoring, throwing / catching techniques, fitness)
Background Checks :
At Mount Holyoke College, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our community members. To ensure this, we require all new hires, affiliates, and others to undergo comprehensive background checks before joining our institution.
Our Office of Human Resources manages and conducts these checks, including screenings for CORI, SORI, credit history, and driver credentials.
Additionally, the Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management works to coordinate and facilitate these checks in accordance with our policies.
Special Instructions for Applicants
Mount Holyoke College is a college that prioritizes gender diversity and welcomes students of all genders. The college is devoted to ensuring that all its employees and students have equal access to opportunities in education and employment.
As per state and federal law, Mount Holyoke College does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, ethnicity, color, genetic information, sex, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.
Furthermore, the college does not discriminate based on gender when selecting students for its graduate program.
Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Last updated : 2024-02-24