7th Grade Girls Basketball Coach

Junior High School Athletic Coach

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as a Junior High School Athletic Coach. As a coach, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the athletic development, character, and success of scholar-athletes. You will be responsible for coaching and mentoring scholar-athletes in various sports, fostering skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young athletes while contributing to the success of our high school sports program.

Responsibilities:

• Coach Scholar-Athletes: Provide instruction, guidance, and mentorship to student-athletes in designated sports.
• Plan and Execute Practices: Develop and implement comprehensive practice plans focused on skill development, strategy, and conditioning.
• Create a positive and engaging practice environment that fosters learning and growth.
• Strategic Game Planning: Develop game strategies, tactics, and playbooks to maximize team performance during competitions.
• Make real-time adjustments and decisions during games to optimize team success.
• Player Development: Assess individual player strengths and weaknesses and provide personalized coaching to enhance skill development and performance.
• Encourage continuous improvement and set realistic goals for player development.
• Team Building and Leadership: Foster a positive team culture based on sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork.
• Promote leadership skills, communication, and collaboration among team members.
• Academic Emphasis: Instill the importance of academic excellence and balance between athletics and academics among scholar-athletes.
• Encourage and support scholar-athletes in achieving academic success by monitoring their progress, providing academic resources, and promoting time management and study skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to ensure scholar-athletes are meeting academic requirements and maintaining eligibility for participation in sports.
• Foster a culture of academic achievement and personal growth that prepares scholar-athletes for success both on and off the field.
• Communication: Maintain open and transparent communication with parents/guardians, school administration, the community, and the Athletic department regarding team activities, expectations, and schedules.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders to support the success of the sports program.
• Compliance and Safety: Supervise players during practices, games, travel, and other team functions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines set forth by the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) and the school district.
• Prioritize the safety and well-being of student-athletes at all times.
• Be responsive to direction given by the Athletic Director and other appropriate school administrators.
• Professional Development: Stay informed about current coaching techniques, trends, and best practices in high school sports coaching.
• Attend coaching clinics, workshops, and training sessions to enhance coaching knowledge and skills.
• Equipment Management: Assist in tracking and caring for equipment and facilities related to the sport.

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience at the high school level or higher preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in the designated sport(s), including knowledge of rules, techniques, and strategies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate, inspire, and mentor scholar-athletes to reach their full potential.
• Commitment to fostering a positive team culture based on integrity, sportsmanship, and respect.
• Availability to attend practices, games, and team events during evenings and weekends.
• Valid Concussion Certification or willingness to obtain certification as required by the MHSAA.
• Must adhere to the MHSAA policies for coaches.
• CPR/AED & First Aid Certification required.
• Must submit to a Finger-Print based Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) check in accordance with the Michigan School Volunteer & Employee Criminal History Program.