BASKETBALL ASST BOYS COACH - DMS

Non-Exempt position responsible for coaching student-athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition while providing the best possible education for each student-athlete.

Responsibilities

• Develop drill and practice activities that teach and enhance individual/team skill development.
• Apply knowledge of sport rules and strategies.
• Assist in checking out, maintaining, and checking in equipment.
• Plan and enforce appropriate safety and health rules and regulations.
• Assist in supervision plans that ensure the safety and welfare of students at all times (locker rooms, trips, practices, etc.).
• Maintain confidentiality about students and others.
• Communicate professionally with players, parents, supervisors, peers, and spectators.
• Model and demonstrate activities and equipment used to develop basic skills or physical condition.
• Observe, diagnose, and prescribe appropriate remediation activities during practice and game conditions.
• Apply developmental stages of the game to the needs and ability levels of the team/players.
• Assimilate innovations and adapt to changes when applicable.
• Assist in teaching the fundamental philosophy for the activity or sport.
• Analyze and evaluate sports effectiveness.
• Assist in providing and enforcing training rules and expectations.
• Manage public relations with all audiences at all times.
• Support the philosophies of Derby Public Schools and Derby Middle Schools’ activities.
• Supervise students on out-of-town activities, including overnight stays and driving a district vehicle.
• Assist in developing and maintaining an inventory list of equipment.
• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance.
• Stay abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements of governmental agencies and Board of Education policies.
• Maintain proper communication with high school head coaches to ensure a 7-12 philosophy is implemented.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, Building Level Activities Director, or appropriate administrator.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work long and irregular hours in noisy and crowded environments.
• Ability to handle both emotional and physical stress.
• Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
• Comply with all district health and safety policies.
• For Cross Country: Must be able to jog or ride a bike at least five miles.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Physically move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Stoop, bend, and reach.
• Sit on a bus for extended periods.
• Carry and/or provide aid to an injured player.
• Coach in a variety of temperatures, humidity levels, and weather conditions.
• Demonstrate agility drills, stretching exercises, and sport-specific activities without fatiguing.
• List equipment necessary for the sport.