Basketball Coach

Job Summary

Organizes, coordinates, and promotes a comprehensive athletic program in the assigned sport that is designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community; provides effective leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment and will stress the importance of academic achievement; demonstrates a high degree of ethics, professionalism, human relations, and is a positive role model for all students.

4 positions available:
7th Grade Girls
8th Grade Girls
7th Grade Boys
8th Grade Boys

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications & Abilities:
- Possess one of the following:
~ A valid California Teaching Credential; or
~ A valid California Activity Supervisor Clearance Certificate and one of the following:
> At least 48 Semester Units (or equivalent quarter units) from an accredited college or
university; or
> A Paraprofessional certificate (CODESP exam)
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification required.
- Knowledge of student behavior management strategies and techniques.
- Knowledge of the assigned sport.
- Previous coaching experience in the assigned sport preferred.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with teachers, students, parents, and administrators.

Essential Functions:
- Teaches sport techniques, playing rules, strategies, and playing tactics.
- Maintains a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Communicates effectively with students, parents/guardians, and District staff regarding program expectations and activities.
- Conditions athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength, and agility.
- Supervises and conducts practices and contests safely; supervises locker rooms and buses.
- Promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, responsibility, and a strong work ethic among student-athletes.
- Encourages and supports student-athletes in maintaining satisfactory attendance, academic progress, and appropriate conduct.
- Responds to player injuries with appropriate first-aid techniques.
- Manages uniforms, equipment, and District facilities in a safe and responsible manner.
- Follows all District policies and procedures related to student supervision, safety, and mandatory reporting.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.