Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• An extensive knowledge and background of the sport that he/she is coaching.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Effective, active listening skills.
• Organizational and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of child development and an understanding of age appropriate tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, parents and students.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships.

Essential Functions:

• Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations (i.e. emergencies, employee/parent concerns).
• Ensure the safety of students.
• Set a good moral and ethical example for athletes, the student body, and community.
• Work cooperatively with the Athletic Boosters to better the athletic program.
• Follow the athletic policy so there will be consistency in dealing with athletes in a fair and firm manner.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical manner during contests and practices.
• Set up practice schedules.
• Notify parents of athlete(s) needing medical attention, refer for a physical and keep records of injury.
• Responsible for all equipment and inventory in conjunction with the athletic director.
• Responsible for handing out, collecting, cleaning and storage of equipment.

It is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best-qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.