Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach

Greater Lawrence Technical School•Andover, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach is responsible for developing student-athletes’ skills, building team chemistry, and preparing the team to compete at a high level. The coach must foster leadership, promote sportsmanship, and support student-athletes’ academic success. This role requires adherence to all MIAA and GLTS policies, rules, and procedures, serving as a positive role model, and building a strong sense of pride within the team, school, and greater community. The coach must have demonstrated extensive experience coaching basketball, with a strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, player development, team strategy, and game preparation. Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles is also required. The coach is expected to demonstrate positive character, promote sportsmanship, respect, and accountability, and emphasize the importance of academic achievement. Building positive relationships with student-athletes, families, staff, and community members is crucial.

Requirements

Prior basketball coaching experience
Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals
Strong understanding of offensive and defensive strategies
Strong understanding of player development
Strong understanding of game management
Demonstrated extensive experience coaching basketball
Knowledge of strength and conditioning principles
Understanding and consistent adherence to all MIAA and GLTS policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and expectations
Significant experience coaching basketball, preferably at the high school level or higher
At least five years of basketball coaching experience
Experience leading or assisting with a competitive basketball program
Concussion Education Certification
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
MIAA Coaches Education Certification
Completion of LITIX Training
Sport-Specific Training - NFHS approved courses
Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor student-athletes
Ability to create a safe, structured, competitive, and positive team environment
Strong knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, techniques
Strong working knowledge of and commitment to all MIAA and GLTS policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and expectations
Knowledge of appropriate conditioning and training practices
Knowledge of injury prevention
Knowledge of emergency procedures, including CPR and AED
Effective communication skills
Ability to foster teamwork
Ability to manage conflict
Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, parents/caregivers, colleagues, and the school community
High school diploma or equivalent