8TH GRADE BOYS BASKETBALL COACH (The District reserves the right to split this position between two qualified candidates.)

Davenport Community School District

About the Role

Assist with supervision of all phases of the boys' basketball program for grades 7-12, including planning, strategy, and instruction in fundamentals. Ensure continuity in the DCSD 7-12 grade boys' basketball program through collaboration with high school coaching staff and attendance at meetings or mini clinics.

Responsibilities

• Care for and issue all basketball equipment used by the team.
• Understand, monitor, and enforce district academic standards, policies, and eligibility requirements.
• Develop players to their fullest potential, starting with basic fundamentals and progressing to advanced skills.
• Promote good sportsmanship among student-athletes.
• Complete required reports and records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adhere to and enforce the athletic policy approved by the Board of Education.
• Supervise players at all practices, games, in the locker room, and on the bus.
• Work cooperatively with the building Activity Director and the Director of Athletics.
• Support and implement Davenport's multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for behavior and academics.
• Maintain strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Ensure good attendance and punctuality to perform duties successfully.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by administration.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Occasionally lift, move, or push items up to 50 lbs., such as assisting children or moving furniture.
• Supervise students in all types of weather, both indoors and outdoors.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff.
• Implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including physical restraint and escorting.

Work Environment

• Noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors or outdoors, including non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free and fast-paced environment with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement.
• Experience with competition or success at the state level is desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.