Freshman Boys Basketball Coach

KIPP Columbus•Columbus, OH

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Freshman Boys Basketball Coach is responsible for supporting and leading various aspects of the sports program, including student supervision, serving as a positive role model, and representing KIPP Columbus in an excellent and equitable manner. The coach will continuously improve their knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, and consultations, and perform all duties as specified by the Head Coach. This role requires adherence to all OHSAA rules and regulations, as well as KIPP Columbus's character and learning environment standards.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of coaching experience with middle and/or high school students.
Possess a valid Ohio Department of Education Pupil Activity Permit.
Complete all required Health and Safety training and certifications to be eligible to coach in Ohio.

Nice To Haves

Strong set of leadership and character strengths, including integrity, follow-through, listening, proactivity, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

Preparing and maintaining training equipment and facilities.
Assisting with the recruitment of students for the program.
Monitoring and evaluating team performance.
Maintaining records of students, training sessions, games, performance statistics, and equipment.
Facilitating and supervising training sessions and individual workouts.
Fulfilling other duties as assigned by the head coach.
Building a positive team environment.
Working with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives for the overall educational development of student-athletes.
Monitoring and enforcing student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Instructing and advising students on regulations regarding academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Aligning with and maintaining KIPP’s learning environment standards for behavior and conduct during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property.
Taking all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Accompanying and supervising student-athletes during competitions on out-of-town trips.
Encouraging sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Doing whatever it takes for students and the team to be successful.
Participating in staff meetings and professional development, as appropriate.
Performing other duties as assigned by the Senior Athletics and Wellness Coordinator or Head Coach.