Lead 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach - Middle School / Junior High

Department: Athletics/Activities | Reports To: Activities Coordinator | Location: District‑wide | Assignment: Daily weekday practices, some competition | FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt | Union: Unrepresented

Position Summary

The Lead Coach provides leadership and expertise regarding the rules, strategies, and techniques of basketball, utilizing knowledge of the specific equipment, physical fitness and safety to prepare participants mentally and physically. The focus is to condition athletes with developmental and age‑appropriate activities that include endurance, strength and agility.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and facilitates successful practices.
• Leads students and team members during meets/matches/games, as applicable.
• Provides leadership and guidance to the Assistant Coach.
• Encourages student participation and establishes rapport.
• Motivates participants/athletes to achieve maximum potential.
• Maintains equipment and uniforms.
• Supervises all areas of participation including, but not limited to, gyms, fields, arenas, locker or dressing rooms, buses, etc.
• Works collaboratively with staff, Assistant Activities Director, families and community resources.
• Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations.
• Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Activities.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requisite knowledge of basketball for the middle school age level.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and other staff.
• Previous experience as a Head Coach preferred.
• Willingness to accept and follow direction.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• General office skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and other staff.
• Previous experience as a Head Coach preferred.
• Willingness to accept and follow direction.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• General office skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.