Sports - Head Varsity Coach - Part Time

Title: Head Coach Varsity - Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Girls Soccer

Division: School-wide

Reports to: Athletic Director

Status: Seasonal (4 mos) Part-Time (15/hrs.) Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $18.00/hr.

• Develop and implement effective practice plans that focus on fundamental skills strategy and physical conditioning appropriate for both middle school and/or high school levels.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to athletes helping them improve individual and team performance.
• Teach and reinforce the rules of the game ensuring fair play and adherence to league rules and regulations.
• Adapt coaching techniques to accommodate varying skill levels and learning styles among student-athletes.

• Organize and supervise all practices games and team events ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
• Manage team equipment uniforms and facilities ensuring proper care and maintenance.
• Lead the team during games. Model respectful behavior and a positive attitude towards players coaches officials game staff and fans.
• Oversee game day setup and breakdown including field/court preparation and equipment storage.
• Identify train and supervise a team manager or volunteers to assist with scoreboard operation statistical tracking and other game-day logistics.
• Work with the Athletic Director and league to create a league schedule and non-league games balancing the students and schools schedule.
• Manage and provide oversight for junior varsity (JV) and assistant coaches ensuring alignment with program goals and school policies.

• Promote a positive and supportive team culture that values respect discipline perseverance and teamwork. Instill strong sportsmanship ethical conduct and a commitment to academic success.
• Serve as a positive role model demonstrating integrity enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
• Address conflicts or behavioral issues promptly and constructively in accordance with school policies.

• Communicate regularly and effectively with student-athletes parents school administration and athletic directors regarding schedules expectations progress and any concerns.
• Collaborate with other coaches and school staff to ensure a cohesive and supportive athletic program.
• Attend all required meetings workshops and professional development sessions.

• Supervise students at all times during practices games and team events.
• Maintain a safe playing environment identifying and addressing potential hazards.
• Partner with the Athletic Trainer to help with player injuries and prevention. Be prepared to administer basic first aid and respond to emergencies following established compliance with all school district and athletic association policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate knowledge of and support Making Waves Academys mission core values standards competencies and code of conduct outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in the school community attending school competitions performances assemblies and support other programs/teams.

• This job operates in an indoor and outdoor school environment and routinely uses sports fields gyms both on-campus and off-campus.
• Evening and weekend work is required to cover athletic events. Occasional travel for away games.

• Lift and carry objects up to 100 pounds (with assistance); Move around campus including gyms fields and turf; Bend stretch twist or reach out; Maintain balance or stay upright in unstable positions; Use hands and fingers to operate equipment and tape students; Coordinate movement of multiple parts of the body; See differences between colors shades and brightness; Hear sounds and recognize differences between them. Be able to handle outdoor temperatures; Be able to work long periods of time without getting tired or out of breath.

• Associates/Bachelors degree in Physical Education Sports Management Education or a related field and 2 years successful coaching experience at the middle school or high school level desired.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules strategies and techniques of baseball softball volleyball soccer basketball etc.

• Effective teaching and instructional skills. Ability to develop and implement effective practice plans and game strategies.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to uphold and reinforce MWA policies and procedures. Familiarity with CA Education Code regarding student behavior and conduct and Mandated Reporter requirements. Ability to uphold the highest ethical standards and promote sportsmanship.
• Ability to maintain a positive and supportive coaching environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff parents and the community.
• Ability to work effectively with student-athletes of varying skill levels and maturity. Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes. Familiarity with the Restorative Justice framework is very helpful.

• Employment eligibility will include fingerprints/Live Scan tuberculosis (TB) screening and other employment clearance
• CIF approved coaching certification; AED CPR and First Aid certification

Reasonable Accommodation
Consistent with its obligations under the law MWA will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Is Our Policy

Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the School to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to their perceived or identified: race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hairstyle including but not limited to braids locks and twists); color; gender (including gender identity gender expression and transgender identity whether or not the employee is transitioning or has transitioned); sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and medical conditions related to such); religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices); marital/registered domestic partner status; age (forty (40) and over); national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken and possession of a drivers license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the U.S. is authorized by federal law); physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS); medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics); taking of a leave of absence pursuant to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) law Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) California Family Rights Act (CFRA) the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) or laws related to domestic violence sexual assault and stalking laws; genetic information; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws.

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