Middle School Boys Basketball Coach - Emmett Independent School District 221 : Job Details

Position Type: Athletics/ActivitiesDate Posted: 11/21/2024Location: Emmett Middle School Job Contact Email:: [email protected] Contact Name:: James BoederJob Contact Phone:: 208-###-####Minimum Starting Salary:: Stipend PositionMiddle School BOYS BASKETBALL COACH QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)
• The head coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and, at the same time, must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.
• Must serve as an appropriate role model for student-athletes through his/her instructions and actions.

REPORTS TO: The athletic director provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the school principals SUPERVISES: In several instances, the head coach must advise, coordinate, and support a staff of middle school assistant coaches in conjunction with the athletic director and respective principal. JOB GOAL:

• To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the coach must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self-discipline, self-confidence, and pride in accomplishment in the student-athletes.
• To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations, consultation, etc.
• The success of athletic programs strongly influences the community image of the entire system. Public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health.

It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies approved by the Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
• Knows existing system, state, and league regulations; implements the same consistently and interprets them for staff.
• Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.
• Performs other duties that the athletic director/principal may assign.
• Assists the athletic director in scheduling, and providing transportation and requirements for tournament and special sports events.
• Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parental consent, and eligibility.
• Serves as a mentor to each athlete to promote the development and demonstration in student-athletes of the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Instills respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use in each player.
• Gives constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct.
• His/her presence at all practice games and while traveling provides assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
• Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to the athletic office within 24 hours.
• Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on the general cleanliness of the facility. Is accountable for all equipment and responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of specific sports equipment.

***All non-certificated staff not under contract are under at-will employment . Their positions shall be considered in all respects employment at will and the employee is subject to discharge by the district at any time without cause.*** Application Procedure: Apply Online at www.emmettschools.org