<p>Strength & Conditioning Coach</p> <p>Greater New Bedford Regional Voc Tech High School</p> <p>Benefits:</p> <p>The entire school, including the administration, general student population, athletes, faculty, and staff, will benefit greatly from the employment of a certified strength and conditioning professional. Positive results that can be expected because of the employment of a certified strength and conditioning professional include, but are not limited to, the following:</p> <ul> <li>Increased potential for athletic success, in terms of both team win-loss performance and individual athletic accomplishments. </li><li>Reduction in the rate and severity of injuries, including a faster and more complete recovery from injuries that do occur. </li><li>Reduction of exposure to liability (as a result of a reduced number of injuries) and the provision of a higher standard of care for the health and wellbeing of the athlete. </li><li>Promotion of a greater balance between athletics and academics as a result of increased athletic efficiency, which can result in higher levels of participation in extracurricular activities. </li><li>Promotion of a greater balance between athletics and academics as a result of an increased awareness of the work ethic required for success in both academics and athletics. </li><li>Fewer missed school days, as a result of improved physical conditioning </li></ul> <p>Certification:</p> <p>Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Certified through National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) or Degree in Strength and Conditioning required.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <p>The certified strength and conditioning coaches' responsibilities could include at various times, but not be limited to, any or all of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Promoting a proper balance between athletics, athletic skills, resistance training, conditioning, and academics. </li><li>Teaching fundamental skills through strength-related exercises for safe and effective competition for all of our student-athletes and teams. </li><li>Ensuring that students and student-athletes injured under his or her supervision receive prompt and appropriate medical attention consistent with district policies. </li><li>Motivating athletes to perform to their maximum potential. </li><li>Maintaining a positive and educational environment in the weight room, including motivational and educational posters and literature. </li><li>Ensuring that workout facilities and equipment are safe, clean, and functional. </li><li>Reporting unsafe and/or unusable equipment to the athletic director. </li><li>Being punctual to all workouts and remaining until all students and student-athletes leave the facility. </li><li>Completing all assigned reports and records. </li><li>Advising and coordinating with the head coaches in fulfilling assigned responsibilities related to the strength and conditioning requirements for their sport. </li><li>Advising and coordinating with the head coaches in fulfilling the assigned responsibilities related to physical conditioning. </li><li>Advising and coordinating with the head coaches in fulfilling the assigned responsibilities related to facility rules and discipline procedures. </li><li>Being available to the students and student-athletes for counseling and individual help. </li><li>Informing students and student-athletes of pertinent school policies and regulations. </li><li>Requiring appropriate conduct and dress from those using the training facilities that is consistent with the athletic department's philosophy. </li><li>Implementing training rules and discipline procedures that is consistent with the athletic department's philosophy. </li><li>Interacting with the community in a professional manner. </li><li>Maintaining a positive relationship with parents. </li><li>Maintaining a positive working relationship with members of the faculty. </li><li>Presenting a desirable coaching image to the parents and the community. </li><li>Promoting good staff morale among members of the coaching staff. </li><li>Demonstrating ethical behavior and loyalty to the program. </li><li>Abiding by the school district's code of ethics for coaches and conducting himself or herself in a professional manner at all times. </li><li>Supporting all phases of the athletic program at the school by attendance at various contests in which he or she is not directly involved. </li><li>Promoting and encouraging sportsmanship and fair play by athletes, coaches, fans, and student support groups. </li><li>Modifying performance of duties as necessary based on self-analysis, evaluations, and feedback from colleagues and supervisors. </li><li>Attending all meetings called by all his or her supervisors. </li><li>Remaining attuned to current coaching techniques through in-service opportunities, reading, professional organizations, clinics, and coaching schools. </li></ul> <p>Duties:</p> <p>The function of the high school strength and conditioning professional is all-encompassing within the school community and includes, but is not limited to, the following:</p> <ul> <li>Identify the sport-specific needs of the athletes for whom a program is being developed, including the energy systems' requirements and the degree and frequency of exercise the various muscle groups will experience. </li><li>Give consideration to the time of the year in which the athletes begin training and vary the programs accordingly. </li><li>Test and retest to measure the development of the various components of athletic ability being stressed in each sport. </li><li>Evaluate performance levels by comparing athletes of the same age and sex based on their sport and position needs. </li><li>Set goals for both individual athletes and teams based on the results of testing and evaluation. </li><li>Implement programs for a specific sport at the appropriate time of the year, combining strength-training techniques with proper conditioning drills. </li><li>Be mindful of the special requirements of the multisport athlete and implement programs accordingly. </li></ul> <p>Please note that multiple positions may be hired from this posting, if necessary.</p> <p>Mission and Values. The mission of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is to provide education that is rigorous, relevant, and meaningful to each student in a safe and supportive environment, resulting in academic, career and technical excellence. This experience encourages lifelong learning, fosters mutual respect, and instills social responsibility, respect for diversity, equity, inclusion and responsible citizenship. Our core values are preparation, passion, and perseverance. For information about Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District please visit our website at gnbvt.edu</p> <p>The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, homelessness, immigration or veteran status in its education programs and activities, including admission to or employment in such programs or activities.</p>