CHMS COACH GIRLS BASKETBALL~WHITE HORNETS TEAM

Overview CHMS COACH GIRLS BASKETBALL~WHITE HORNETS TEAM — HEAD COACH Reports to: The Director of Athletics, who provides a final evaluation to the superintendent. Responsibilities Has full responsibility for the overall supervision of their program. Is responsible for the general upkeep, protection, and inventory of the equipment and uniforms used in their sport. Is responsible for assuring that they know the existing state and league regulations and abide by them at all times. Assist the athletic coordinator in providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events. Attend all league meetings regarding scheduling and rule updates specific to their sport. Responsible for developing their schedules for all levels of play. Communicates all schedule changes to the Director of Athletics or athletic coordinator. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment storage areas. Assist in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices, and adhere to scheduled facility times. Makes recommendations for awards and is responsible for clarification of the award policy to athletes. Participates in the budgeting process with the Director of Athletics by establishing requirements for the next season. Explains equipment guidelines as to type, color, style, or technical specifications. Operates within the established budget. Has a thorough knowledge of policies and procedures in the student-athlete handbook and CIAC handbook. Explains and reinforces rules of training and code of conduct in the student-athlete handbook along with the CIAC eligibility rules to all members of the team. Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by the staff. Monitors equipment rooms and coaches' office, ensuring athletes are in authorized areas at appropriate times and never left unsupervised during scheduled practices. Examines locker rooms, equipment rooms, and playing safe areas before and after team use, checking general cleanliness and safety. Secures all doors, lights, windows, gates, locks, and alarm when leaving the building or outside facility when custodians are not on duty. Will submit necessary postseason reports to the Director of Athletics at the conclusion of the season. Is responsible for the actions and conduct of their team whenever they are under their jurisdiction. Is responsible for the general health and welfare of student-athletes in their sport. Communicates instructions and commands using clear, simple, and positive language. Pays appropriate attention to athletes who are injured or ill or otherwise incapacitated and follows the protocol set by the athletic department for injured athletes. Organizes pre-season meetings for players and coaches. Evaluates performance of student-athletes and provides suitable feedback, balancing critique with positive and motivating comments. Maintains good public relations with media, parents, officials, opponents, and fans. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and use. Directs student managers, assistants, and statisticians. Maintains current Connecticut coaching certification with the State of Connecticut Department of Education. Performs other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and may be requested by the Director of Athletics and/or principal. Qualifications Valid Connecticut coaching certification or temporary emergency coaching permit. Updated CPR/First Aid training approved by the Connecticut State Department of Education. Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program. Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport. SALARY: Appropriate placement on the negotiated teachers A-2 schedule. APPLICATION: Internal applicants can fill out an internal application or send a letter of interest by 4:00pm June 30, 2026. All others fill out an online application at 6/22/26 IW/sb Postings current as of 6/28/2026 2:41:00 AM CST. Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bristol Public Schools