Coach - Assistant Girls Basketball Coach @ Moses Lake High School (2 FTE)

Moses Lake School District 161•Moses Lake, WA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Moses Lake High School is seeking an Assistant Girls Basketball Coach. The coach works within the head coach’s framework and philosophy and assists with the operation of the team and program. The role involves teaching basketball skills and fundamentals, organizing and supervising practices, supporting student-athletes’ safety and development, and following applicable school district, building, league, and WIAA rules and policies. Coaches must complete annual SafeSchools training and the required general and sport-specific WIAA coaching standard courses.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to perform the position’s duties and comply with policies and procedures established by the Principal, Athletic Director, and Moses Lake School District.
Knowledge of the sport, demonstrated technical skills, and successful experience teaching those skills to secondary school student-athletes.
Valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain it before the season starts.
Ability to meet WIAA age requirements applicable to the position.
Organizational skills sufficient to ensure a well-managed program.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of required general and sport-specific WIAA coaching standard courses.

Responsibilities

Assist the head coach in carrying out coaching responsibilities and work within the head coach’s framework and philosophy.
Demonstrate knowledge of basketball trends, techniques, strategies, playing rules, and procedures; teach fundamentals and communicate rule changes to team members.
Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
Implement safety measures, teach proper techniques and fundamentals, follow safety rules, and maintain an emergency medical plan.
Inform parents about individual players’ attendance, discipline, and injuries.
Build professional relationships with staff and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, peers, and the public.
Motivate players and inform them about available camps, weight programs, and other opportunities.
Teach and discipline players consistently and equitably; implement team rules consistent with applicable policies and regulations.
Follow WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies.
Direct student managers and statisticians on their respective teams.
Assist with scheduling and providing transportation to sporting events, and adhere to scheduled facility times.
Attend staff meetings and complete scouting assignments as directed by the head coach.
Secure doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving when custodians are not on duty.
Promote respect for equipment and school property and their proper care and use.
Arrive early enough to prepare for practices, contests, and meetings, and stay afterward to assist players or participate in staff discussions.
Help plan and implement in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs.
Avoid criticizing, admonishing, or arguing with the head coach or staff members within hearing or sight of players or parents.
Improve coaching skills by attending clinics and using resources provided by the head coach.
Inspect locker rooms before and after practices and games for general cleanliness.
Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of assigned sports equipment.
Complete mandatory annual SafeSchools training and required WIAA general and sport-specific coaching standard courses.