About The Position
Under the supervision of the Principal and/or school Athletic Director, the Athletic Coach coaches scholars in a specific sport during the established season. The coach provides safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate athletic instruction while supporting scholars’ physical, social, and emotional growth. The role emphasizes scholar supervision, safety, sportsmanship, and collaboration with school leadership to ensure athletic programming aligns with school and league expectations. The position is for girls’ and boys’ basketball at Alliance Cindy & Bill Simon Technology High School. The role is non-exempt. Alliance requires all team members to complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with children and adults.
- Commitment to Alliance’s anti-racist, pro-Black mission and to promoting equity through scholar-centered practices.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience coaching or working with scholars in an athletic setting.
- Belief that scholars of all economic and social backgrounds deserve a quality education and can earn a four-year college degree.
- Desire to work in systemically underserved Los Angeles communities.
- Ability to develop a positive, achievement-oriented, supportive, and collaborative culture of high expectations.
- Growth mindset and commitment to continuously honing one’s craft.
Responsibilities
- Coach and instruct scholars in a sport, including instruction in the proper use of equipment and the rules of that sport.
- Supervise scholar-athletes in locker rooms, during practices and competitions, and on buses traveling to and from competitions.
- Maintain the inventory and care of athletic equipment and facilities.
- For coaches who also coach for a private or community club or team, assess scholar performance and make coaching decisions without regard to outside teen or youth affiliations.
- Supervise scholar-athletes during practices, games, travel, and other athletic-related activities.
- Implement safety protocols, injury-prevention practices, and emergency procedures in accordance with school and league requirements.
- Monitor scholar behavior and enforce team and school expectations.
- Plan and lead practices and competitions that support skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Maintain attendance, eligibility, and required documentation as directed by the Athletic Director.
- Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director about schedules, scholar needs, and program logistics.
- Support coordination with officials, transportation providers, and league partners as needed.
- Communicate with parents and guardians about practice schedules, game details, attendance expectations, and scholar-athlete participation.
- Serve as a point of contact for families to support clear communication, transparency, and scholar safety.
- Coordinate with the Athletic Director and school staff to ensure family communications are accurate and aligned with school expectations.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries commensurate with experience.
- Retirement benefits.
- Health benefits.
- Paid holidays and leave.
- Substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support.
- Special recognition for staff dedication inside and beyond the school.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
