High School Head Basketball Coach

High School Head Basketball Coach

Seasonal Position Part-Time

Position Summary

Marion P. Thomas Charter School seeks an experienced energetic and student-centered Head Basketball Coach to lead its high school basketball program. The Head Coach is responsible for developing a competitive program that emphasizes academic success character leadership teamwork sportsmanship and athletic excellence. The coach will create a positive culture that supports student-athlete development while ensuring compliance with all school conference and New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) rules and regulations.

Employment Status

Part-Time Seasonal Employee

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings and satisfaction of all NJDOE NJSIAA and Marion P. Thomas Charter School coaching eligibility requirements.

Compensation

Compensation will be based upon qualifications and experience. This position is not eligible for employee benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associates or bachelors degree preferred.
• Eligible to serve as a high school athletic coach in the State of New Jersey.
• Possess all coaching credentials required under New Jersey law and NJSIAA regulations prior to the start of employment.
• Current CPR First Aid and AED certifications or the ability to obtain them before the first official practice.
• Successful criminal history background check and all pre-employment requirements.
• Previous basketball coaching or collegiate playing experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basketball fundamentals strategy player development conditioning and game management.
• Strong leadership organizational interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students families staff officials and community members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan organize and supervise all aspects of the high school basketball program.
• Conduct safe organized and effective practices that develop fundamental skills and teamwork.
• Prepare athletes physically mentally and emotionally for competition.
• Develop offensive and defensive strategies appropriate to the teams strengths.
• Establish clear expectations for conduct attendance academic performance and sportsmanship.
• Monitor student-athlete eligibility in accordance with school and NJSIAA requirements.
• Supervise assistant coaches and coordinate coaching responsibilities.
• Foster a positive inclusive and respectful team culture.
• Communicate regularly with parents student-athletes and school administration.
• Ensure appropriate supervision of student-athletes during practices games travel and team activities.
• Maintain equipment uniforms and inventory assigned to the program.
• Assist with scheduling transportation coordination fundraising (when approved) and program promotion.
• Attend coaches meetings professional development and athletic department meetings as required.
• Comply with all Board policies school procedures conference rules NJSIAA regulations and applicable federal and state laws.
• Perform other duties related to the athletic program as assigned by the Athletic Director or Principal.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate athletic skills and techniques.
• Ability to stand walk run bend lift and supervise activities for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move athletic equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in gymnasiums athletic facilities schools and at off-site competition venues. Evening weekend holiday and travel commitments are required throughout the basketball season.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Marion P. Thomas Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law.

Application Notice:Marion P. Thomas Charter School appreciates the interest of all applicants. Due to the volume of applications received only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Senior IC