Entrepreneur High School Fontana is seeking a dedicated and experienced Girls High School Head Varsity Basketball Coach to lead our varsity basketball team for the upcoming season. The successful candidate will be responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing student-athletes to achieve their highest potential both on and off the court.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and conduct regular team practices, conditioning sessions, and games.
• Develop and implement effective basketball strategies, including offensive and defensive game plans, to enhance team performance.
• Teach and reinforce basketball-specific skills such as shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defensive techniques.
• Focus on player development by assessing skills, providing constructive feedback, and creating individual improvement plans.
• Monitor and maintain players' physical fitness levels, including strength and conditioning programs tailored to basketball.
• Emphasize player safety and injury prevention, particularly with regard to preventing common basketball injuries such as ankle sprains, knee injuries, and muscle strains.
• Foster a positive team culture that promotes mutual respect, discipline, and sportsmanship.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes, focusing on their academic, athletic, and personal development.

Requirements:

• Previous coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level, preferably as a head or assistant basketball coach.
• Strong knowledge of basketball, including rules, strategies, techniques, and conditioning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, and school staff.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive team environment.
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).
• Valid coaching certification or willingness to obtain one prior to the start of the season (as required by the state or school district).