Assistant Throws Coach - Track

Position: Assistant Throws Coach – DHS Track & Field

Posting Date: March 17, 2026

Internal Closing Date: March 23, 2026

Closing Date: Until filled

Hours (subject to change):

Monday - Friday 3:00 PM – 6:00PM Practices Weekday and weekend practices & events

Rate of Pay : Based on experience and guidelines as established by the district

Qualifications:

• Successful high school or college experience in track and field, with a strong understanding of throwing events
• Experience as a coach/assistant coach preferred
• Demonstrate working knowledge of track and throwing events
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate is desirable
• Knowledge of weight training and conditioning techniques
• Previous experience working with students
• Candidate should demonstrate interest in, and aptitude for, performing the assignment of assistant coach
• MHSAA P.A.C.E. Program recommended for all coaches
• Knowledge of CPR and First Aid recommended

Performance Responsibilities:

• Work as a team member of the coaching staff
• Provide support and assistance to the high school track program
• Assist in preparing training/practice sessions, meet preparations and team travel arrangements
• Maintain a professional competency by attending clinics and state rule meetings as needed
• Ability to complete other trainings as necessary to provide a safe environment for student athletes as assigned by the district
• Ability to provide effective leadership to student athletes to encourage both successful academic development and competitive performance
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, administration, players and staff
• Submit an annual record of contest results and records
• Assist in supervising the issuance, cleaning, storage, return and care of all athletic equipment
• Assist in purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as necessary
• Assist in overseeing the safety conditions of area when team is practicing
• Assist in enforcing disciplined behavior, code of fair play
• Assist in establishing and overseeing penalties for not following school standards and rules; report all incidents to head coach and/or Athletic Director
• Attend practices and meets punctually
• Use professional conduct, language and decorum with staff, teammates, opponents, officials and fans
• Assist in maintaining player eligibility information
• Assist in maintaining physical forms, training rule forms signed by parents, team attendance records and medical emergency contact information
• Assist in teaching individuals the skills necessary for the highest possible achievement in their sport
• Adhere to the rules and regulations as detailed by MHSAA, Dexter Community Schools Board of Education policies and all other applicable policies and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned by head coach and/or Athletic Director

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Internal candidates must address a letter of intent to Mike Bavineau at [email protected] and Barb Leonard at [email protected]

External Applicants are asked to apply online.

This position will be posted internally and externally at the same time

Application Procedure:

Apply online to Dexter Community Schools

Selection Procedure:

External candidate will be contracted through:

EduStaff:

4120 Brockton Dr SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49512

Applicants must be received by 4:00 PM of the deadline date.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

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