Boys Basketball-7th Grade Head Coach SY26/27

Cloverleaf Local School District•Lodi, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, exempt position for a 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach for the SY26/27 school year. The coach will report to the Athletic Director, principal, and local superintendent. The role involves assisting in player development for the varsity team under the direction of the head coach and adhering to the program and recommendations established by the head coach. The coach is responsible for various administrative tasks related to player participation, equipment management, and communication with the head coach and athletic director. Additionally, the coach is expected to uphold sportsmanship, teach proper skills, and serve as a role model for students.

Requirements

State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred, not required)
Coaching and administrative abilities
Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification
Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes
Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries
Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program
Skill in oral presentations
Able to get along with other coaches
Desire to invest time during season
Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
Ability to diagnose player deficiencies/prescribe corrective activities
Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned

Responsibilities

Assist in developing players for the varsity team with direction from the head coach.
Carry out the program and recommendations established by the head coach.
Ensure proper attire is worn during practice and games.
Responsible for the collection of appropriate physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms, and code of conduct for all players.
Use the offensive and defensive philosophy as provided by the head coach.
Carry required emergency forms for all players, scorekeepers, and managers for all practices and games.
Responsible for the distribution and collection of all equipment.
Communicate team selection to the head coach prior to announcing to players.
Conduct himself/herself on the field at all times in such a manner that he/she will not insult players, officials, or spectators.
Do not argue a judgment call by the officials.
Be responsible for the conduct of your players.
Teach by example.
Encourage positive fan involvement.
Report all games to the middle school and the athletic director.
Be willing to attend clinics with the head coach.
Assist the head coach with off-season coverage, attend staff meetings, and assist the head coach with scouting and other delegated responsibilities.
Organize and conduct practices as needed.
Be loyal to the head coach and the program at all times.
Supervise all team members before, during, and after practice and games.
Assist in planning schedules, transportation, officials, and setting up for home games.
Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce the chance of injury.
Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
Responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.
Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
Conduct other coaching duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal as permitted by the negotiated agreement.