MS Boys Basketball Head Coach

Gateway Church Poulsbo•Bremerton, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Crosspoint Christian School is seeking a Christ-centered Middle School Boys Basketball Head Coach to lead and develop student athletes in a positive, growth-focused environment. The Head Coach is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading all aspects of the middle school program, with an emphasis on fundamentals, skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. As a member of the Gateway OneTeam, you will support and demonstrate an understanding of the church’s mission: Presenting Hope and Developing People. Possessing a character that reflects biblical godliness, demonstrating a meaningful personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and active involvement in a local body of Christian believers are key qualifications. This at-will position may be held in addition to a teaching or other assignment. Compensation is stipend-based and may vary depending on participation numbers.

Requirements

Strong ability to lead, teach, and mentor middle school–aged students
Effective communication and organizational skills
Demonstrates positive leadership, patience, and consistency
Be employed by Crosspoint Christian Schools.
Be a high school graduate or have completed a graduation equivalency diploma (GED) program.
Annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic and the WIAA-approved rule clinic for the sport being coached.
Hold a valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
Successfully complete Concussion Recognition and Management with Return to Play Protocols Training (valid for three [3] years).
Successfully complete Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness and Training (valid for three [3] years).
Successfully complete the WIAA-approved Coaching Principles course (within first three [3] years), with recertification every three (3) years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Preferred minimum age: 25 (flexible based on experience)
Previous coaching experience at the youth or middle school level, and playing experience in the sport.

Responsibilities

Plans and leads all practices (minimum 3–4 times per week, 60–90 minutes)
Organizes and oversees team tryouts and team selection
Teaches fundamental skills, rules of the game, and age-appropriate strategy
Promotes teamwork, effort, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture
Supervises and mentors assistant and volunteer coaches
Communicates with parents/guardians regarding schedules, expectations, and team updates
Coordinates with the Athletic Director regarding scheduling, facilities, transportation, and eligibility
Ensures the safety and well-being of all student-athletes
Oversees equipment use, care, and organization
Maintains appropriate records as needed (attendance, injuries, etc.)
Models Christian character and provides spiritual leadership appropriate to the setting