Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Job Summary:

Under general supervision leads one of the two Middle School girls basketball teams. The season begins on December 8th and concludes February 13th. Practices held 2-3 times per week on a rotating schedule. Games will be held throughout the week M-F.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Discusses game strategy and technique with Varsity coaching staff
• Conducts player evaluations during tryouts and mid-season review
• Manages player development based on program core competencies

• Works with Athletic Dir. and Middle School coaching staff to create practice plans that are skill appropriate
• Teaches appropriate fundamentals techniques and skills
• Is responsible for the health and safety of the athletes
• In cooperation with Varsity Head Coach articulates a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy
• Applies developmentally appropriate and age appropriate methods to coaching student-athletes
• Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes
• Clearly communicates to players parents administrators and staff
• Positively motivates athletes and promotes teamwork
• Directs off-court curriculum
• Attends all meetings and trainings as required by the league and/or Athletic Director
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the schools documents
• Since safety and security are everyones responsibility takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students faculty staff equipment materials and facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelors degree in physical education or related field from a four-year college or university preferred
• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching basketball required
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Must be a strong successful basketball player
• Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of basketball
• Understanding of the developmental needs of middle school- aged students
• Efficient well organized and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Professional manner discretion and appearance
• Sense of humor energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Ability to stand stoop kneel crouch bend walk and talk
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in any weather
• Some local travel may be required

Salary:

• Salary Stipend is based on experience and ranges from $2500-3000
• Stipend paid in two installments (January and February)