Boys’ 8th Grade Basketball Coach

Qualifications:

• Prior successful coaching experience, preferably at the high school and/or college level.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A strong character with a team-oriented spirit, and the ability to connect meaningfully with students throughout our diverse community.
• Considerable knowledge of and experience coaching that sport, including competitions, practices, and strength/conditioning.
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to organize and prioritize work.
• High school or collegiate playing experience.
• Experience working with middle and high school-aged students.
• A positive student-centered approach to coaching.
• Demonstrated technical, theoretical, and applied knowledge pertinent to the assigned sport.
• CPR and first aid certified or the ability to become certified.

Essential Functions:

• Observe the rules of the PIAA, PIAA District 1, and the Central Athletic League (CAL).
• Provide leadership and general team management in the areas of daily practice, skills, and character development.
• Remain current with theories and techniques in their sport.
• Attend all coaches' meetings and collaborate with assistant coach(es) and student manager.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coaches, athletic administrators, students, parent body, and the community.
• Evaluate and assess players' skills and select team rosters.
• Responsible for team equipment.
• Keep the scorebook current and available.
• Report areas of concern immediately to Athletic Directors - fields, transportation, facilities, opposing teams, student behavior, parent issues, etc.
• Initiate appropriate and regular communication with student-athletes and parents.