High School Assistant Girls Basketball Coach - Hammond Central HS

School City Of Hammond - Hammond, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Hammond, IN

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About the position

The High School Assistant Girls Basketball Coach at Hammond Central HS is responsible for assisting the head coach in planning, coordinating, and directing the girls basketball program. The role emphasizes participation and sportsmanship over win-loss records, aiming to foster physical development, leadership, and good citizenship among student-athletes. The assistant coach will work closely with the athletic director and school administration to ensure compliance with regulations and to promote a positive athletic environment.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible to the building principal and the school Director of Physical Education and Athletics.
• Establish objectives for the program and develop a plan for the implementation of these objectives.
• Develop the athletic program to emphasize participation and friendly competition.
• Recognize athletic activities as integral to a well-balanced educational program.
• Provide vigorous activities to develop physical fitness and skills.
• Develop principles of leadership and good citizenship through sportsmanship.
• Foster self-expression, self-confidence, and self-discipline in students.
• Know the rules, regulations, and policies set forth by relevant authorities.
• Prepare an athletic budget, select officials, requisition equipment, and arrange transportation.
• Follow procedures for caring for injured athletes.
• Ensure all participants have the required physical examinations and certificates on file.
• Check player eligibility and maintain eligibility lists.
• Develop plans for issuing and receiving play equipment.
• Build public relations with parents and media personnel.
• Attend staff meetings and professional growth activities as approved.
• Cooperate with athletic staff to establish rules for conduct and appearance.

Requirements

• Expert knowledge of the sport being taught.
• Thorough understanding of participants physically, mentally, and emotionally.
• Skill in teaching the fundamentals of the sport.
• Desirable character and personality traits.
• High moral standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to the sport.
• Availability to supervise activities beyond the school day.

Nice-to-haves

• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Compensation determined by the School City of Hammond agreement.
• Annual performance evaluation.