EXCELSIOR CHARTER SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:      Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach 

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Athletic Director and the Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, the Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach position is responsible for coaching student athletes in competitive basketball techniques to prepare them for events or competition. The basketball coach position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

·         Know and be committed to Excelsior’s Vision, Mission, and Values.

·         Works with athletes during all practices and events.

·         Attends organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages students to participate.

·         Works with the athletic director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.

·         Coaches and instructs athletes, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.

·         Observes athletes during events and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.

·         Follows established procedures in the event of an injury.

·         Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the program.

·         Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards athletes, officials, and spectators.

·         Participates in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, award nights, and pep rallies.

·         Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

·         Assist with other such duties as may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

·         Laws, rules and regulations related to Charter Schools, including applicable sections of the State Education Code and Board policies or other applicable laws.

·         Rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.

ABILITY TO:

·         Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

·         Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of students at all times.

·         Be an active listener and have positive, professional interactions at all levels and in all situations in order to maintain effective relations with students, staff, parents and community members.

·         Work independently and participate as a team member in a collaborative environment.

·         Build a championship-caliber athletic team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         A High School Diploma or Equivalent.

·         Minimum of one year coaching at the high school level, preferably at the varsity level; experience at the collegiate level as a player may substitute for coaching experience.

·         Maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students.

·         Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record and reliable transportation

·         Must be First Aid and CPR Certified, or get it prior to starting date

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·         Various community events

·         Irregular or extended work hours.

·         Requires moderate lifting, 15-50 pounds.

·         Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 30% walking, and 60% standing

·         Will require travel to various locations.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

·         March 22, 2013