Head Coach High School Girls Bowling

Head Coach – High School Girl Bowling

Winter Season | Erie High School

Position Summary

The Head Coach is responsible for organizing and supervising the Erie High School girl's bowling program. Duties include scheduling practices and matches, teaching basic skills, supervising students, and working with the Athletic Department on program needs.

The coach is expected to encourage participation, support students academically, and maintain a positive team environment.

Term of Employment

12-Month Position – Winter Season. The coach will also complete approved planning and program responsibilities outside the competitive season.

School / Location

Erie High School. All practices will be held at approved local bowling lanes outside the district. Matches and tournaments will be held at approved bowling facilities.

Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to the Director of Athletics and the Building Principal.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience or experience in competitive bowling preferred.
• Knowledge of bowling skills, rules, scoring, equipment, and team competition.
• Working knowledge of applicable PIAA requirements, NFHS guidance, USBC rules, and league or tournament rules.
• Ability to coach boys and girls with varying levels of bowling experience.
• Good communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with local bowling centers.
• Ability to supervise students, promote good sportsmanship, and support academic expectations.
• Must obtain and maintain all required clearances, coaching certifications, and district approvals.

PIAA / NFHS Compliance & Expectations

The Head Coach must follow applicable PIAA rules, NFHS guidance, USBC rules used by the competition, league requirements, and Erie Public Schools policies.

• Complete all required coaching education, concussion and sudden cardiac arrest training, first aid, and District training.
• Make sure each athlete is registered, medically cleared, rostered, and eligible before participating.
• Follow school and PIAA requirements for grades, attendance, transfers, practices, contests, and recruiting.
• Supervise athletes at all times, follow facility safety rules, and report injuries or concerns promptly.
• Set a positive example in dealings with athletes, parents, officials, and opposing teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise practices, matches, tournaments, and other approved activities for girl's teams.
• Schedule practices at approved local bowling lanes. All practices will take place outside the district. Practice days and times may be limited by lane availability.
• Work with the Athletic Department to confirm facility use, costs, schedules, and any approved transportation.
• Teach bowling fundamentals, including approach, delivery, aiming, spare shooting, scoring, and lane etiquette.
• Prepare practices that help athletes improve their skills and prepare for competition.
• Take attendance and supervise student arrival, practice, and dismissal at off-site bowling facilities.
• Maintain team rosters, lineups, scores, results, and required paperwork.
• Keep athletes, parents, and the Athletic Department informed of practice and match schedules and any changes.
• Check student eligibility and reinforce district expectations for academics and attendance.
• Work with assistant coaches, if assigned, to make sure all athletes are properly supervised.
• Keep track of district-issued uniforms and equipment and collect items at the end of the season.
• Encourage students to join the program, including those who have not bowled competitively before.
• Attend required meetings and complete Athletic Department paperwork on time.

Off-Season Responsibilities

• Help plan approved activities to increase interest in girls bowling.
• Coordinate any voluntary off-season activities with the Athletic Department and bowling facility.
• Assist with approved fundraising and program outreach when needed.

Professional Expectations

The Head Coach is expected to treat students fairly, communicate appropriately with families and staff, and follow district policies at practices, matches, and other team activities.

Other Duties

Attend required meetings and training and complete other coaching duties assigned by the Director of Athletics or Building Principal.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated by the Director of Athletics and/or Building Principal. This description outlines the primary duties of the position; additional related duties may be assigned.