6th Grade Girls Basketball Coach

MSD of Lawrence Township • Sunnyside, IN

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About The Position

The 6th Grade Girls Basketball Coach instructs student athletes in fundamental basketball skills, strategy, and physical training to support individual and team success. The coach also models and develops socially acceptable behavior, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment. The coach is expected to continue upgrading their knowledge and skills through clinics, observations, consultation, and other means. The role includes implementing applicable school athletic policies and regulations, following administrative channels, and supporting the sport’s public relations.

Requirements

• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in the assigned sport.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport, with willingness to continue examining new theories and procedures.
• Ability to serve as an appropriate role model for student athletes through instruction and actions.

Responsibilities

• Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training needed for individual and team success.
• Teach and demonstrate behaviors that promote character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride of accomplishment.
• Upgrade coaching knowledge and skills through clinics, observations, consultation, and similar activities.
• Know and implement athletic policies approved by the Lawrence Township Schools' Board of Education, and ensure implementation by the sports program staff.
• Know applicable system, state, and league regulations; implement them consistently and interpret them for staff.
• Follow the proper administrative chain of command and refer requests or grievances through appropriate channels.
• Attend public, staff, or departmental meetings when required.
• Organize preseason meetings for parents, coaches, players, and guests.
• Promote the sport within the school by recruiting athletes who are not participating in another sports program.
• Promote the sport outside the school through news media, little league programs, or other feasible means.
• Maintain good public relations with parents, officials, volunteers, and fans.
• Provide news media with information concerning schedules, tournaments, and results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed