Coaches and Scouts
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
68 alternate job titles:
Athletic Coach
Athletic Instructor
Athletic Scout
Athletics Teacher
Baseball Club Manager
Baseball Coach
Baseball Scout
Basketball Coach
Bowling Teacher
Boxing Coach
Boxing Trainer
Boys Basketball Coach
Cheerleading Coach
Coach
College Basketball Coach
College Coach
College Football Coach
Cross Country Coach
Diving Instructor
Equestrian Trainer
Field Hockey Coach
Fitness Coach
Football Coach
Golf Coach
Golf Instructor
Golf Teacher
Gymnasium Teacher
Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastics Teacher
High School Coach
High School Football Coach
Hockey Scout
Ice Skating Coach
Ice Skating Teacher
Judo Teacher
Karate Instructor
Karate Teacher
Lacrosse Coach
Martial Arts Instructor
Men's Basketball Coach
Middle School Coach
Professional Athletes Coach
Professional Sports Scout
Recruiting Coordinator
Riding Coach
Riding Instructor
Riding Teacher
Ski Coach
Ski Instructor
Skiing Teacher
Skin Diving Teacher
Soccer Coach
Softball Coach
Sports Recruiter
Sports Teacher
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Swim Coach
Swim Instructor
Swimming Instructor
Swimming Teacher
Tennis Coach
Tennis Instructor
Track and Field Coach
Track Coach
Volleyball Coach
Wellness Coach
Wrestling Coach
Youth Soccer Coach
Salary Information
Coaches and Scouts: $45,920 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities. | Management |
| Coordinate logistics for productions or events. | Management |
| Manage operations of artistic or entertainment departments or organizations. | Management |
| Select staff, team members, or performers. | General |
| Coach others. | General |
| Train others on performance techniques. | General |
| Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment use. | General |
| Select materials or props. | General |
| Provide educational information to the public. | General |
| Promote products, activities, or organizations. | General |
| Participate in staffing decisions. | General |
| Recruit personnel. | General |
| Evaluate skills of athletes or performers. | Analysis |
| Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility. | Analysis |
| Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations. | Maintenance |
| Monitor performance of organizational members or partners. | Maintenance |
| Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules. | Maintenance |
| Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products. | Maintenance |
| Maintain records, documents, or other files. | Maintenance |
| Monitor student performance. | Maintenance |
| Monitor student behavior, social development, or health. | Development |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| C++ | Object or component oriented development software |
| Web page creation and editing software | |
| Google Docs | Word processing software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Bloomz | Desktop communications software |
| Edmodo | Desktop communications software |
| Edpuzzle | Multi-media educational software |
| Edulastic | Computer based training software |
| Evernote | Word processing software |
| Flipgrid | Video creation and editing software |
| Google Classroom | Project management software |
| Google Meet | Video conferencing software |
| Graphics creation software | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| GroupMe | Instant messaging software |
| Microsoft Publisher | Desktop publishing software |
| Motion analysis software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Nearpod | Multi-media educational software |
| ParentSquare | Desktop communications software |
| Pear Deck | Presentation software |
| Scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
| Schoology | Computer based training software |
| Screencast-O-Matic | Video creation and editing software |
| Screencastify | Video creation and editing software |
| Seesaw | Multi-media educational software |
| Statistical software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Instant messaging software | |
| Video analysis software | Analytical or scientific software |
| Video editing software | Video creation and editing software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Website creation software | Web page creation and editing software |
| YouTube | Video creation and editing software |
| Google Drive | Cloud-based data access and sharing software |
| Online registration software | Data base user interface and query software |
| Performance database software | Data base user interface and query software |
| Video file conversion software | Data conversion software |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Driving Instructor/Driver | Certified Horsemanship Association | Not Available |
| Board Certified Coach | Center for Credentialing & Education, Inc. | Not Available |
| Box Round II Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist | American College of Sports Medicine | Not Available |
| Certified Exercise Physiologist | American College of Sports Medicine | Not Available |
| Certified Personal Trainer | Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research | Not Available |
| Certified Riding Instructor - Level II (Instructor of Beginner through Intermediate) | American Riding Instructors Association | Not Available |
| Certified Riding Instructor - Level III (Instructor of Beginner through Advanced) | American Riding Instructors Association | Not Available |
| Certified Riding Instructor Level I (Instructor in Training) | American Riding Instructors Association | Not Available |
| Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist | National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certification Commission | Not Available |
| Certified Triathlon Coach | National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association | Not Available |
| Conditioning Specialist Certification | National Strength Professionals Association | Not Available |
| Group Exercise Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Instructor Trainer Certification | American Canoe Association | Not Available |
| Instructor Trainer Educator Certification | American Canoe Association | Not Available |
| Jump Rope Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Kettlebell Level 1 Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Kettlebell level II Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Kick Box Exercise Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| MMA Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Master Strength and Conditioning Coach | Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association | Not Available |
| Nutritional Coach | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Performance Training Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Performance Training PLUS Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Pilates Level II Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| PlyoPAC Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Primary Personal Trainer | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Safety Training for Swim Coaches | American Red Cross | Not Available |
| Sports Conditioning Specialty Certification | American Council on Exercise | Not Available |
| Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified | Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association | Not Available |
| Stretch Science | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Suspension Exercise Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Training Ropes Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
| Water Ski Instructor/Coach | USA Water Ski | Not Available |
| Yoga Instructor | International Sports Conditioning Association | Not Available |
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