Jacobs High School, part of Community Unit School District 300, is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Assistant Girls Golf Coach. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of high school golf, a focus on student-athletic achievement, and the ability to coach at all levels within the program. The candidate must be organized, flexible, able to take direction from the head coach and/or direct supervisor, and able to work and communicate effectively with parents and the Booster Club.

Performance Responsibilities/Requirements/Qualifications:

• Previous high school golf coaching/playing experience is preferred.
• Ability to coach at all levels within the program and various areas within the program.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility.
• Ability to take direction from the head coach and/or direct supervisor.
• Effective communication skills with parents and the Booster Club.
• Enhance, improve, and maximize students’ athletic skills required to compete at a high level.
• Commitment to off-season strength and speed training.
• Assist in fundraising, organization, and other tasks as directed by the head coach to ensure accurate records of equipment are maintained.
• Organize and oversee specific program levels or areas of responsibility.
• Communicate with the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director to secure facilities and ensure a safe practice/competition environment for students.
• Support the philosophy, programmatic instruction of sequential fundamentals, and proper conditioning communicated by the head coach.
• Plan and communicate practice sessions and competition strategies with the head coach to ensure the health and physical well-being of the student participants.
• Coordinate all in-season practices with the head coach and Athletic Director.
• Ensure all student participants are in compliance with D300 and IHSA requirements, including current athletic physical, Code of Conduct, fees paid, and academic eligibility, prior to practice, tryout, and competition.
• Model and instill the values of sportsmanship and fair play to all participants, and enforce consequences for breaches of such standards.
• Attend all student-athlete practices, games, and monitor proper supervision at all practices, games, and on school-provided transportation.
• Maintain and provide the head coach with end-of-season individual and team records and statistics.
• Participate in a mandatory preseason parent meeting.
• Assist the head coach in planning for the seasonal recognition program.
• Assist in the orderly distribution and collection of uniforms and equipment.
• Engage in personal professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and coaching philosophy. Please include references from previous coaching or playing experiences.

Community Unit School District 300 is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information, please visit our website or contact the Athletic Department at Jacobs High School.