Junior High School Boys Basketball Coach

Coos Bay SD 9 • Coos Bay, OR

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About The Position

The Junior High School Boys Basketball Coach will work with the athletic director to maintain a competitive program and encourage the personal growth of student athletes’ skills and abilities. The coach supports the district’s athletic and extracurricular programs by coaching, scouting, directing, and performing appropriate duties assigned by the athletic director or principal. This position is for the 2026–2027 season.

Requirements

• Previous coaching experience.
• Coach certification required according to OSAA rules.
• Valid first aid card.
• Meet Farwest League/OSAA guidelines for emergency first aid procedures.
• Experience in and/or knowledge of the sport, coaching techniques, and student supervision.
• Ability to work successfully with student athletes, parents, school staff, and the public.
• Ability to perform coaching responsibilities in accordance with school district procedures and policies.
• Physical and mental skills and abilities needed to perform the essential functions and duties assigned by the athletic director and/or principal.
• Complete required trainings under State Law, Oregon Administrative Rules, and Board policy before the first day of coaching duties.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and complete assignments without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with, seek advice from, and follow the direction of the athletic director and/or principal.
• Cooperate with other district coaching and teaching staff.
• Organize and conduct regular daily practice sessions on days when no event is scheduled.
• Provide training to condition participants for competition and help prevent injuries.
• Issue equipment, maintain an inventory, and oversee appropriate use and care of program equipment.
• Understand the budget process and stay within budget when recommending equipment and supply purchases.
• Participate in appropriate professional development and attend district athletic department meetings as directed.
• Prepare for games and implement acceptable game strategies.
• Work with league coaches to build and maintain a competitive basketball program.
• Know and enforce district rules, including Board policy and the Extra Curricular Activities Code of Conduct, as well as applicable league and OSAA rules.
• Follow safe practices during activities and events, provide injury care, and maintain personal knowledge of emergency first aid procedures.
• Notify the athletic director and/or principal promptly of serious student injuries and submit student accident reports to the district as soon as possible.
• Provide firm, fair, and consistent discipline; report serious rule infractions and participant eligibility issues promptly.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with participants, parents, assistant coaches, and district staff, and keep participants informed of their obligations for practices and events.
• Promote good sportsmanship and an appropriate competitive attitude.
• Recognize good execution and positively help participants address individual and team weaknesses.
• Maintain professional conduct and high standards of personal conduct and habits during practices and events.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for basketball and commitment to the district’s overall athletic and activities program.
• Emphasize the importance of students’ academic achievement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed