CLASS TITLE:  Academic Assistant Coach

BASIC FUNCTION: 

      Sponsor in various school extra-curricular programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Promote extra-curricular programs in the schools and community.
• Plan the assigned extra-curricular program.
• Organize and supervise practices and meetings.
• Teach individual fundamental skills of the extra-curricular activity.
• Check eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Provide students a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment and supplies as appropriate for the health, safety, and welfare of participants.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics
• Follow all McCracken County Public Schools Policies and Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

      KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamentals of various extra-curricular activities.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

      ABILITY TO:

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

      Any combination equivalent to:  a high school diploma or G.E.D.           Certificate or a minimum of 64 semester hours from an accredited college or university.         

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

      Successful completion a criminal records check, current certification in first aid and CPR.