Now-Mon, Oct 21 – Recreation Center of Highland Park: The locker rooms will be closed for renovation. During the closure, temporary changing areas off the pool deck will be provided. Learn more.

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If you have a passion for sports and creating enriching experiences for children, apply to become an Athletic Coach! Athletic Coaches are needed for all seasonal sports including football, baseball and basketball. The Athletic Coach will instruct and lead players based upon program guidelines in their sport.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Teach skills essential to the development and growth of an individual’s abilities.
  • Model and teach payers to honor the games by respecting the rules, opponents, officials, teammates and ones self.
  • Effectively communicate with the Park District, parents, players and other coaches in a positive manner.
  • Hold a pre-season parent meeting to discuss goals, objectives and expectations for the season.
  • Ensure the safety of all participants during practices and games.
  • Adhere to the Coach Code of Conduct and Coach Manual.
  • Set up prior to the start of the program and clean up after the program is finished.
  • Communicated all feedback and other related information to the supervisor.
  • Ensure accident reports are filled out properly and are submitted to the supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Assume responsibilities for keys to facilities that will be issued at the beginning of employment. These keys must be returned at the end of the season.
  • Properly run scoreboard at various facilities as needed or instructed.
  • Must wear proper attire when coaching games.
  • Attend all practices and games.

Salary Range: $15-16.50 Hourly

Location: Various Park District Locations – IL

Status: Seasonal