Boys Basketball JV Head Coach

Maricopa Unified School District #20•Maricopa, AZ

About The Position

The Athletic Coach provides leadership to help participating students develop athletic skills, appreciate discipline and sportsmanship, and build self-esteem. The coach instructs student athletes in a specific sports activity and creates a positive learning environment. The role reports to and is evaluated by the Athletic Director. Days and hours are arranged, and compensation is provided as a stipend according to the current schedule. The position is classified as exempt and listed as a 12-month role under the Administrative Compensation Plan.

Requirements

Expressed interest in athletics.
Experience in coaching.
Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Availability to work during assigned hours.
Understanding of and agreement with the District's goals for its athletic program.
Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior.
Knowledge of state, federal, and School Board policies and regulations regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action.
Familiarity with the care and treatment of athletic injuries.
All high school head athletic coaches must be certified by the Arizona Department of Education or AIA.
Complete the NFHS Coaches Course, including the Concussion Course.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Valid driver's license.
39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Responsibilities

Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for successful performance.
Provide a positive learning environment for athletes.
Plan and schedule regular in-season practices in accordance with district policy and AIA regulations.
Manage athlete behavior during training sessions and meets or events.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist the Athletic Director with scheduling interscholastic contests when necessary and applicable.
Recommend purchases of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate.
Maintain complete and accurate records, including attendance forms and insurance records, and file accident reports as required.
Oversee safety conditions in the facility or area where the sport is conducted, especially when students are present.
Follow district procedures for establishing eligibility performance criteria for interscholastic competition.
Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior and establish and oversee penalties for breaches of standards.
Assume primary responsibility for field or court preparation.
Provide team rosters to the Athletic Director as requested.
Provide an end-of-year inventory to the Athletic Director as requested.
Provide the Athletic Director with evaluations of coaches as requested.
Maintain satisfactory attendance in accordance with district policy and regulations.
Perform other appropriate tasks as directed by the School Board or Administration.