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Sample Job Titles |
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. 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 degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
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 Athletic Coach
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Athletic Director
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Athletic Scout
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Baseball Club Manager
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College Basketball Coach
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Director of Physical Education
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Field Hockey and Lacrosse Coach
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Football Coach
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Golf Instructor
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Ice Hockey Coach
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Karate Teacher
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Physical Education Teacher
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Pitching Coach
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Professional Athletes Coach
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Scuba Diving Teacher
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Scuba Instructor
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Skiing Teacher
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Sports Teacher
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Swimming Instructor
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Volleyball Coach
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| Significant Points of this Occupation |
- These jobs require immense overall knowledge of the game, usually acquired through years of experience at lower levels.
- Career-ending injuries are always a risk for athletes.
- Job opportunities will be best for part-time coaches, sports instructors, umpires, referees, and sports officials in high schools, sports clubs, and other settings.
- Aspiring professional athletes will continue to face extremely keen competition.
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| Resources for Additional Information |
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Disclaimer: Links to non-Kuder Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement. For information about sports officiating for team and individual sports, contact: - National Association of Sports Officials, 2017 Lathrop Ave., Racine, WI 53405. Internet: http://www.naso.org
For additional information related to individual sports, refer to the organization that represents the sport.
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