Girls Basketball Coach-Intramural

Academy School District 20 • Colorado Springs, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Girls Basketball Coach-Intramural provides coaching, athlete development, and supervision for the athletic program at Mountain Ridge Middle School. The position is responsible to the Athletic Director and/or a head coach. Compensation for this extra-pay position depends on District approval of the related athletic event during the school year.

The coach develops a positive, inclusive, and competitive program that supports individual and team growth. Duties include planning practices and character development, communicating with athletes and stakeholders, managing equipment and program paperwork, and supervising facilities and athletes before, during, and after practices and competitions. The coach monitors injuries and coordinates with the athletic trainer and parents, including confirming medical clearance before athletes return to play. The position may also evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.

The role requires scheduled work hours and may involve extended hours or days as directed. Work takes place primarily in a professional school environment, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally, with frequent interaction with students, staff, and the public. The work environment may range from quiet to loud. Physical activities may include sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, and carrying or lifting up to 20 pounds, potentially more depending on assignment and student needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ASEP Certification (American Sport Education Program).
• CHSAA Certification (Colorado High School Activities Association).
• NFHS Coaching Fundamentals Certification (National Federation of State High Schools).
• Colorado Department of Education Initial or Professional Teacher License.
• Knowledge of basketball and the sport’s policies, rules, game management strategies, and governing-body regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and maintain confidentiality, including understanding data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands, set priorities, and demonstrate organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work well with others and promote a positive climate, culture, and community.
• Ability to work the days, hours, locations, and assignments directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.
• Commitment to students’ education as a primary responsibility.
• Demonstrate flexibility, patience, reliability, detail orientation, collaboration, problem-solving, and student-centered relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, development, and supervision for the girls intramural basketball program.
• Communicate regularly with the Athletic Director and maintain timely, professional communication with athletes, families, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Set and reinforce expectations for athlete behavior and promote a positive, respectful program environment.
• Build and maintain a program that fosters individual and team growth and opportunities for success.
• Apply strategies and tactics to maximize success in competitions.
• Prepare detailed practice plans that advance individual skills and team strategy.
• Plan daily, weekly, monthly, and annual character development for athletes.
• Supervise athletes and facilities before, during, and after practices and competitions.
• Monitor athlete injuries, communicate with the athletic trainer and parents, and ensure medical clearance before return to play.
• Maintain, inventory, store, and reorder equipment before the season begins.
• Submit rosters, transportation requests, and certifications by deadlines.
• Manage program fiscal responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Evaluate assistant coaches where applicable.
• Seek feedback and professional learning, and attain proficient or higher performance evaluations.
• Report consistently as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED