Middle School Basketball Coach

Grand Rapids Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were written out in this job description. GRPS MISSION : Our mission is to ensure that all students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society. MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL COACH - 2025-26 Department: Athletics Unit: Athletics Salary: Schedule C of the GREA contract and prior experience ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT MISSION: GRPS will create educational opportunities and experiences, through athletics, that will enhance student achievement, student development and school culture. JOB SUMMARY A coach is responsible for organizing athletes and teaching them the fundamentals of sport. A coach is responsible for training them to compete as a team and individually. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following: Developing and communicating clear and specific goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season. Maintaining open and honest communication with students, parents, other coaches, and Athletic Director. Developing and demonstrating a good knowledge base of best practices specific to their coaching arena. Supporting and collaborating with coaches in other athletic programs. Modeling and teaching skills necessary to succeed. Supporting student academic expectations, responsibilities, and achievements. Developing the knowledge and understanding of Grand Rapids policies and procedures as it applies to athletics. Promoting and enforcing the student-athlete code of conduct. Connecting athletic experiences with life experiences. Providing an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration among coaches and players Becoming an integral part of and developing rapport with the Grand Rapids community including administration, coaches, parents, and students. Modeling good sportsmanship always. Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for student athletes. Understanding their leadership style and its impact on student-athletes. Game and practice attire should be professional and appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be 18 years of age or older and clear a criminal background check.
Playing experience at the high school or college level and/or coaching experience required
Proof of current First Aid and CPR certifications prior to the first day of coaching
Must provide certificate of completion for online concussion training course from either the Centers for Disease Control or the National Federation of State High School Associations prior to the first day of coaching.

Responsibilities

Developing and communicating clear and specific goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season.
Maintaining open and honest communication with students, parents, other coaches, and Athletic Director.
Developing and demonstrating a good knowledge base of best practices specific to their coaching arena.
Supporting and collaborating with coaches in other athletic programs.
Modeling and teaching skills necessary to succeed.
Supporting student academic expectations, responsibilities, and achievements.
Developing the knowledge and understanding of Grand Rapids policies and procedures as it applies to athletics.
Promoting and enforcing the student-athlete code of conduct.
Connecting athletic experiences with life experiences.
Providing an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration among coaches and players
Becoming an integral part of and developing rapport with the Grand Rapids community including administration, coaches, parents, and students.
Modeling good sportsmanship always.
Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for student athletes.
Understanding their leadership style and its impact on student-athletes.
Game and practice attire should be professional and appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.