Girls Basketball - Varsity B Head Coach

About the role

The Scarsdale Public Schools are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual who exhibits a love of learning and a genuine interest in the social, emotional, mental, and physical health of student-athletes. Applicants should demonstrate expert content knowledge and success in coaching their respective sport at the high school level. An ideal candidate will understand the benefits of an educational interscholastic athletic experience with a specific focus on player growth development. NYS certification in physical education or coaching license is required. Reports to the Athletic Director and Varsity Head Basketball Coach. Job goal: to instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success; to instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment; and to upgrade knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in the organization and supervision of a basketball program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in basketball.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and continues to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• Serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instructions and actions.

Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of all athletic policies approved by the Scarsdale Public Schools' Board of Education and responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Knowledge of existing system, state, and league regulations and implements them consistently.
• Preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times.
• Serve as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student athletes the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Monitor a student athlete's grades and conduct.
• Follow procedures concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
• Aid in the management and use of equipment and instill in each player a respect for equipment and school property.