Boys’ Freshman 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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Follow school procedures regarding transportation, injuries, participation, meals.
• Report and follow up with athletic trainer about injuries.
• Write and submit individual comments on each student as scheduled.

The Upper Darby School District is an equal opportunity education institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected category.