Football Coach
kern high school districtBakersfield (CA)
About the role
High School Athletic Team CoachThe Kern High School District is seeking a qualified and motivated High School Athletic Team Coach to lead a CIF-sanctioned athletic program. The coach will be responsible for providing instruction, supervision, and leadership to student-athletes while promoting academic achievement, sportsmanship, and compliance with all California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), district, and site policies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and conduct practices and competitions in accordance with CIF rules and district guidelines
- Teach sport-specific skills, strategies, and conditioning techniques appropriate for high school athletes
- Supervise student-athletes during practices, competitions, travel, and team activities
- Foster a positive team culture emphasizing sportsmanship, character, equity, and respect
- Ensure compliance with CIF bylaws, league rules, eligibility requirements, and transfer regulations
- Monitor and support student-athlete academic eligibility and attendance
- Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, athletic directors, administrators, and school staff
- Maintain accurate records including rosters, eligibility, injury reports, and required CIF documentation
- Coordinate with athletic trainers and follow district concussion management and injury protocols
- Maintain, inventory, and properly store athletic equipment and uniforms
- Supervise assistant coaches and volunteers in compliance with CIF and district policies
- Attend required meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions
Minimum Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the sport, CIF rules, and high school athletics
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school-aged students
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Commitment to the educational mission of interscholastic athleticsCIF & District Required Certifications (must be completed prior to coaching):Fingerprint DOJ/FBI ClearanceCIF Coaching Education Program (CEP) Coaches Full Certification
- Fundamentals of Coaching
- First Aid, CPR & AEDCPR/First Aid Training
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest awareness training
- Heat Illness Training
- Concussion in Sports Certification (CIF-approved)TB clearance
- Completion of all district-mandated Keenan trainings
Work Schedule:
Practices and competitions occur after school, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the CIF season of sport.
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