Middle School Athletics Coach II (Recreation Leader II)

***Attention sports lovers! Join our stellar team as a Middle School Athletic Coach II!*** Join our dynamic team as a part-time Middle School Athletic Coach II (Recreation Leader II) at one of three middle schools: Fletcher, Greene, or JLS Middle School. This role offers increased responsibility and leadership opportunities within our athletics program. We seek individuals with a strong passion for working with middle school students, fostering their athletic development, and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. If you have exceptional communication skills, organizational abilities, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, we want to hear from you! **Duties**: - Develop and execute a strategic practice schedule for the designated sports team(s), optimizing practice time and resources to enhance player performance. - Provide advanced coaching and instruction to middle school athletes, focusing on fundamental skills, strategic insights, and character development within the sport(s) being coached. - Foster a positive and inclusive team culture that prioritizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and individual growth, creating an environment where every athlete can thrive. - Maintain regular communication with parents through various channels, including email and phone, to provide updates on practice schedules, game schedules, transportation arrangements, and other essential information. - Collaborate closely with school administration, fellow coaches, and athletic staff to coordinate logistics, address challenges, and elevate the overall quality of the athletics program. - Actively participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to refine coaching techniques and stay abreast of best practices in athletic coaching. - Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations during all athletic activities, prioritizing the well-being of student-athletes above all else. **Desired Qualifications**: - Previous coaching experience at the middle school or youth level, and leadership within athletics programs, is highly preferred. - Deep understanding of the rules, strategies, and techniques relevant to the sport(s) being coached, coupled with the ability to effectively teach and implement them with student-athletes. - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a talent for engaging students, parents, and colleagues in meaningful dialogue and collaboration. - Strong organizational abilities, including the capacity to develop and execute practice schedules, and manage logistical details. - Dedication to providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive experience for all participants involved in the athletics program, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. **Schedule:** - Part-time, with flexible hours based on practice and game schedules. - Evening availability required during the sports season(s).***This is a Limited Hourly position, non-benefited, with a maximum of 416 hours per fiscal year (July - June). The number of hours per week and schedule will be determined based on your assignment.*** **Join us in making a positive impact on middle school athletes' lives!** Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.