CIFSS ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATORS SUMMIT HIRING AND EVALUATING COACHES

CIF-SS ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATOR’S SUMMIT HIRING AND EVALUATING COACHES PRESENTED BY ALAN CLINTON

ALAN CLINTON PROFILE • Current Athletic Director & Head Wrestling Coach at Servite High School • Past President of the Orange County Athletic Directors Association • Still in the trenches Athletic Director Experience: • Public (10 years) & Private (11 years) • Boys Program (14 years) • Girls Program (4 years) • Both Boys & Girls (3 years) • Oversaw Band/ Cheerleading Contact Info: aclinton@servitehs. org

HIRING A COACH First Questions: • Why does someone want to work for you? • Are you a Leader or a Boss? • A leader leads • A boss drives

3 MOST IMPORTANT QUALITIES #1 Integrity #2 Intelligence #3 Energy Can he walk the walk?

PUBLIC VS. PRIVATE SCHOOLS Who Wants a Say in the Hiring Process: PUBLIC PRIVATE � District Personnel � Principal � Assistant Principal � Counselors � Teachers � Parents � Alumni � President � Principal � Parents � Advancement � Teachers −−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−− Athletic Director

FIRST THINGS FIRST • What are your objectives (philosophy)? • Have a short list (Top 3 -5 candidates) • Relationship between you/ the school/ the students

THINGS TO ALWAYS LOOK FOR • Skill (Work History) • Knowledge • Experience • Talent • Cultural Fit

TIPS FOR THE AD • Qualified to perform the job • Applicant has goals • A goal without a plan is just a wish • Appearance • Enthusiastic • What do they bring to the table? • Communication skills • People skills • Strengths • What sets him/her apart?

OUT OF THE BOX QUESTIONS #1 What is your Media Management Strategy? #2 What is your philosophy in the last minute of a game? #3 What will you do that no other coach will do? #4 How do you get a team out of a slump? #5 Not counting winning, what do you truly love about coaching?

CHALLENGES • What if? • Salary • Job + Coaching • Sport limited positions

EVALUATING A COACH • Purpose: • To notify coaches of their strengthens and weaknesses • Provide update on employment status • Evaluations are crucial • Done properly, evaluations should be a positive experience for both the coach and evaluator • Should be done following the season, preferably after the awards banquet

STEPS FOR THE EVALUATION PROCESS � Give all coaches blank copy of evaluation form at the beginning of the season � Provide all coaches with the Coaches Handbook � Keep documentation of anything that will be used in the final evaluation � Attend 6 -8 practices as well as 4 -6 competitions, checking for the coach’s organizational and teaching skills as well as behavior. While there, take notes and be sure to document both positive and negative reactions. (If something of great concern occurs, a meeting should take place immediately)

STEPS FOR THE EVALUATION PROCESS � At the end of their season, coaches should complete a self-evaluation form. A duplicate form should be used by the evaluator. � The evaluation should be a private meeting. � Any areas in which the coach is rated poorly should be followed up with an explanation � Commentary about game strategies should be avoided � If a coach becomes bothered during an evaluation, don’t engage just respond saying the complaint has been heard

EVALUATION FORM QUESTIONS � � � � Follows a clearly written Mission Statement regarding his/her athletic program Provides opportunities for participation for all students who desire to participate Goals are harmonious with the goals of the entire athletic program Always considers the health and welfare of the athletes during practices and competitions Maintains accurate and updated records on the documents turned in by the studentathletes and denies participation to those students who have neglected to turn in any single form Attempts to improve the physical skills of all athletes Attempts to improve the mental skills of the athletes Attempts to improve the social skills of the athletes � � � � Promotes an ethical approach to all contests and practices (Victory with Honor) Fosters sportsmanship in his/her athletic program Designates the procedures that are to be followed regarding the distribution, care and collection of equipment Ensures that all equipment is safe, sanitary and carefully maintained Designates the procedures that are to be followed regarding any injury or emergency situation where first aid required The coaching staff, under the direction of the head coach, supports and follows the decisions made my medical personnel regarding any athlete Maintains regular and positive contact with parents

EVALUATION FORM QUESTIONS � � � Maintains regular communication with the athletic director and/or principal Attends meetings consistently as called by the athletic director and/or principal The entire coaching staff, under the direction of the head coach, maintains a cooperative and cordial relationship with administrators, faculty and the other coaches Maintains high standards of conduct for the entire coaching staff and student participants The coaching staff, under the direction of the head coach, supports and follows the decisions made by officials Designates the procedures that are to be followed regarding the supervision of athletes and the facilities Promotes good citizenship and superior conduct in the student-athletes � Communicates regularly and positively to all representatives of the media � Works effectively with the athletic director in establishing a budget � Follows all regulations, rules and policies as established by the national federation, state athletic association and local school board before, during and after the season � After the evaluation, the form should be filed with a copy given to the coach and evaluator

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