Middle School Athletics - Basketball Coach (Northeast)

Greater Midland • Midland, MI

1d • $2,000 - $2,300 • Onsite

About The Position

The Middle School Athletics Coach instructs middle school athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training needed to participate and succeed individually and as a team. The coach aims to provide each student with an opportunity to participate in an extracurricular athletic activity and must follow GMCC, MHSAA, and MPS policies, regulations, procedures, and guidelines while upholding GMCC’s mission and high personal standards.

The coach plans and runs practices and the sport program, supervises student athletes, coordinates facility use with the MSA Coordinator, communicates professionally with athletes, parents, officials, and school administrators, and manages equipment and related records. The role also includes reporting program, facilities, and transportation concerns to the MSA Coordinator and completing supervisor requests in support of department and center goals. Work takes place at sports facilities, includes off-site work and out-of-town travel, and may involve exposure to infectious diseases and inclement weather. Hours vary and include nights and weekends; the listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age, as required by WIAA regulation.
• At least two years of experience as an assistant coach.
• Knowledge of effective coaching practices and techniques for the identified sport.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability and meets federal and state requirements may be considered; equivalent combinations are evaluated by the Athletics Director and MSA Coordinator.
• Ability to work with students in outdoor playing fields, indoor and outdoor courts, gymnasiums, or other sports facilities.
• Physical ability to lift and move sports equipment and demonstrate sports skills when necessary.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Availability for variable hours, including nights and weekends, and out-of-town travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise student athletes to promote effective learning through participation in athletic activities.
• Plan, develop, and implement an effective program for the identified sport, preparing athletes physically and mentally for competition.
• Prepare and conduct stimulating, instructive practices that teach fundamental sport skills and promote good sportsmanship among team members and coaches.
• Coordinate all phases of program facility use in conjunction with the MSA Coordinator.
• Communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with athletes, parents, officials, and school administrators.
• Establish a system for issuing and returning equipment and maintain records, including issuance dates and times.
• Provide written recommendations to the MSA Coordinator regarding program, facilities, and transportation problems.
• Complete supervisor requests in a timely manner to support department and center goals and objectives.
• Follow GMCC, MHSAA, and MPS policies, regulations, procedures, and guidelines and carry out GMCC’s mission.

What This Job Offers

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