Elementary Basketball Coach

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all matters relating to the organization, administration, and philosophy of an elementary basketball team under his/her direction.
• Acts as a positive role model on and off the court/field/site, etc.
• Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Maintains competency in NLCS rules, event procedures, coaching techniques, and general information about all aspects of the sport.
• Works cooperatively with all other elementary coaches and students to ensure healthy and positive rivalries.
• Monitor athlete development (academically and athletically)
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
• Ensures that no bullying/hazing occurs in his/her sport.
• Communicate effectively with parents/athletes in a timely/efficient manner
• Oversees the safety condition of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted at all times that students are present.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid teaching certificate and a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• First aid and CPR training preferred.
• Ability to organize and oversee all aspects of a successful basketball program.
• Extensive knowledge of the game of basketball.
• Strong organization, leadership, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of proper training and conditioning techniques and ability to implement.
• Background check.