Assistant Coach - Basketball - Freshmen

International School of Denver•Denver, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Athletic Coach is responsible for the training and development, both athletically and personally, of athletes in their particular discipline. ISDenver is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-High School, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments.

Requirements

Strong moral character
English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures.
Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate.
Professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and an ability to exercise sound judgment and analytical and problem solving skills.
Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.).
Robust knowledge of the rules, strategy and regulations of the sport to be coached.
CPR/AED/1st Aid certified (or willingness to get).
Concussion Training (or willingness to get).
Mandatory Reporter Training (or willingness to get).
Standard Precautions Training (or willingness to get).
Clean driving record/copy of MVR, ISDenver vehicle training certification (or willingness to get) for non-CDL vehicles.
A verified Colorado Coaching License may be able to replace certain training listed above (not including the driving component).

Nice To Haves

Prior successful leadership/coaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in the planning of practices and coaching of games.
Attends all practices and games.
Accompanies and/or drives the athletic team on a school vehicle to and from athletic events.
In the absence of the head coach, reports all injuries and follows the procedure for reporting injuries.
Teaches the philosophy, fundamentals, techniques and style of play as prescribed.
Performs proper athletic training, first aid, and safety as required.
Communicates as necessary with athletes and their families via the dedicated school portal.
Practices acceptable personal conduct before, during and after games and practices.
Remains familiar with, and adheres to, rules and regulations of the sport coached based on the appropriate school and sport affiliations.
Responsible for supporting the total athletic program.
Fills in for head coach in their absence.
Complies with all other duties as requested by the Athletic Director and/or head coach.
Willingness and ability to transport team(s) in an ISDenver non-CDL vehicle as needed.