Coach - Hmong College Prep Academy - Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:30:09 -0600

Contract

Description

Term Length: Seasonal

Stipend: $2,000.00 - $5,500.00 DOE and title

Reports to: Athletic/Activities Director

Position Summary

HCPA is a Title I Charter School that serves students through a school-wide plan for instruction that is focused on the needs of at-risk students. The Coach is responsible for building a successful sports program by teaching each player the rules, sportsmanship, technical, and tactical aspects of the game to prepare them for success in training and competition

Requirements

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies and models non-discriminatory practices in all activities

Conduct a preseason meeting with the team to discuss expectations

Meets minimum practice requirements prior to the first match

Provides Athletic Director with the layout for season training/practices and other activities

Supervises, directs, coordinates, and monitors student-athletes

Attends all team practices and games, frequent tardiness or failure to show up when scheduled can result in a loss in a portion of the stipend

You are expected to attend all matches/games/training/practices, you are required to report your absence to the Athletic Director if you plan to miss a date

After your third absence, you will receive a $100 deduction from your stipend, each absence thereafter will result in a $100 deduction for each absence

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions (including the monitoring of environmental conditions) to protect students, employees, equipment, materials, and facilities

Prepare forms to the school administrators as required by the HCPA, i.e., eligibility roster, players’ addresses, accident reports, ensuring the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit and emergency care cards at all times

Models and instills positive sportsmanship qualities in the student-athletes in all activities

Interacts with student-athletes, teachers, parents, and the community to build enthusiasm

Sets a vision for the direction of the program and should dictate what the program should focus on in order to be ready to contribute to the next level.

Provides and/or monitors appropriate medical assistance to injured participants in athletic activities, as requested by head coach

Instruct students in safety procedures, the need to report injuries to a coach and/or athletic trainer immediately

Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of rules, regulations, and effective coaching practices

Monitor the academic performance of athletes and ensure that academic assistance and follow-up is provided for athletes that need it

Coordinates a Team Banquet at the end of the season (only for Head Coaches)

Coordinating team transportation arrangements for all away games/activities

Follows procedures established by HCPA for communicating with parents/guardians

Performs other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and/or building administrator(s)

Accountabilities

Supports school goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of HCPA.

Participates in creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students, and families; a culture that is positive, open to the views of others, and uses social skills to resolve conflicts.

Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.

Responds appropriately and promptly to parent, student, and staff member needs.

Maintains strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.

Required Qualifications

Experience in sports setting related to specific sport

Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task.

Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.

Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.

Ability to exercise initiative and sound and effective judgment within established guidelines.

Work Environment/Conditions

Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment; school building is a multi-level building that has an elevator and is accessible.

Position requires extensive interaction with children of all ages.

Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g. loud classrooms or cafeterias; children speaking or laughing loudly).

Operate standard equipment (computer, fax machine, telephone, copier machines, etc.).

Fast-paced environment.

Requires frequent keyboarding which calls for repetitive motion and rapid eye movements, frequent use of the telephone.

Position requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to push, reach, or bend.

Work may require weekend and/or evening work and some travel may be required.

Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Coaches and Teaching Assistants

Duties may occasionally be performed:

on field trips away from school.

in outdoor environments, such as athletic fields or playgrounds.

in varying weather conditions, such as hot or cold weather.

For details on the benefits program go to: https://www.hcpak12.org/Page/136

To apply or check out other opportunities, go to https://www.hcpak12.org/careers

Equal Employment OpportunityHmong College Prep Academy District is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.