Professional and Interpersonal Relations:

• Cooperate with the building principal and athletic director.
• Develop rapport with the coaching staff within the school and organize the staff effectively.
• Build positive relationships with participants, the student body, faculty, parents, community members, officials, news media, and opponents.
• Maintain appropriate conduct during practices and games.
• Attend league, conference, and WVSSAC meetings.
• Engage in activities that foster professional growth and development.
• Motivate staff and players towards achieving desired goals.
• Command respect by setting an example in appearance, manners, behavior, and language.

Coaching and Related Areas:

• Provide high-caliber and quality instruction.
• Teach fundamental skills and handle athletic injuries appropriately.
• Care for and manage equipment.
• Supervise participants and discipline the team appropriately.
• Organize and design quality practice sessions and pre-season planning.
• Supervise managers and other support personnel.
• Manage the team’s budget and follow purchasing procedures.
• Demonstrate strong game organizational skills.
• Adhere to league, conference, and WVSSAC policies.
• Devote time and energy to coaching duties and follow end-of-season procedures.
• Complete WVSSAC Training & Certification Program and participate in KCS Staff Development Training on Concussions.

Other Requirements:
Estimated costs are the responsibility of the individual and subject to change at the discretion of the service provider.

• Non-Teaching Applicants:
  • Complete WVSSAC Training and Certification Program (Estimated Cost: $250.00).
  • Apply for the position(s) annually.
  • Submit to a Criminal Background Check (Estimated Cost: $47.25), Substance Screening Test, and Physical Examination.
  • Be eligible and apply for certification as a Coach through the WV Department of Education (Estimated Cost: $35.00).
  • Keep certification valid and current (Estimated Annual Cost: $35.00).
  • Attend Kanawha County Schools' Orientation.

Requirements for Certified Teachers:

• New teachers hired after July 1, 2012, who apply to coach on the secondary level (grades 6-12), must complete the three-hour training session provided by Kanawha County Schools and complete the Online Concussion Awareness Course through the KCS Staff Development Site.
• The training courses will be offered throughout the year, with a course cost of $15.00.
• This requirement allows new teachers to coach from the first day of practice for each specified sport identified.