Assistant Coach - Swimming

About the role

Assistant Coach-Swimming Season: Fall Pay Range:  $5,304 stipend  Per the Extra-Curricular Salary Schedule Benefits:  This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, or life insurance. Sick leave is accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked in accordance with Washington state law.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Previous training and/or experience in coaching appropriate sport preferred   Must possess valid First Aid and CPR cards and demonstrate a willingness to maintain current cards and coaching clock hours standards   Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, coaches   Demonstrated ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures   Demonstrated positive attitude in working with youth   Possess understanding of the rules and regulations regarding his/her sport as prescribed in the WIAA Handbook, League Standard Operating Procedures, and Kelso School District Policy   Must be at least 19 years of age per WIAA requirements   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist in the development of the athletic program as directed by the head coach   Assume those duties as assigned by the head coach and assist the head coach with organizational matters; before, during and after the season   Assist the head coach with supervisory responsibilities   Communicate openly and immediately any individual/team concerns to the head coach   Assume the responsibility of the position of head coach in the event of the head coach's absence as designated by the head coach   Obey all the rules of conduct before players and the public as expected of a head coach   Treat all injuries with discretion, administering first aid when deemed necessary and filing accident reports when applicable   Be supportive of recommended disciplinary action of the head coach as outlined in the Student Athletic Handbook   Adhere to Kelso School District policies and administrative regulations   Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of proper training/injury precautions   Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities   Assist in the care, storage, inventory and ordering of equipment   Keep abreast of new knowledge, ideas, and techniques relating to his/her sport   Have regular, consistent attendance   Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies   Perform other related duties as may be assigned   OTHER FUNCTIONS Fulfill all other responsibilities as assigned   RESPONSIBLE TO Athletic director or school principal   TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Per agreement between the Kelso School District and the Kelso Extra-Curricular Association   A fingerprint background check is required of any person who is offered employment with the Kelso School District   Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy.  Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.  The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626;, 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626;, 360.501.1905  For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626;, 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626;, 360-501-1800.   KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE