8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach

Greenwood Christian Academy • Greenwood, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The 8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach is responsible for guiding all aspects of the program, including athlete development, training, and competition, while intentionally fostering a Christlike and sportsmanlike team culture. The ideal candidate is a Christian with an authentic and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ, dedicated to the mission of Christian education and aligned with GCA’s Statement of Faith and Employee Covenant.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience playing or coaching basketball
• Must be self-motivated and have a passion for basketball
• Must be goal-oriented and exceptional follow-through abilities
• Ability to build rapport and foster relationships
• Ability to exercise a high degree of diplomacy
• Highly organized with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position.
• Must be able to traverse campus, which includes paved areas and basketball courts.
• Must be able to use computer and other audio-visual equipment.
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs.
• Must be able to communicate with others.
• Specific vision abilities required in this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must be able to discern low volume sounds.
• Must be able to assist children for health and safety reasons.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Christian discipleship and lead student-athletes to become Christ-like leaders
• Manage all aspects of the middle school girls basketball program
• Train, develop, monitor, and supervise student athlete participants
• Instruct student athletes on strategies and training necessary for individual and team goals
• Assist with off-season engagement and practice/event preparation
• Maintains professional relationships with student-athletes, parents, school staff, and community partners

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level