Basketball Coach, 7th Grade - Girls (2026/2027)

Livermoreschools; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Livermoreschools is seeking an Athletic Coach to instruct athletes in sports rules, regulations, and techniques. This role includes managing practices, fostering an inclusive environment, and promoting self-discipline and school pride.

The coach will maintain communication with parents and staff, ensure student-athlete safety, and monitor their academic progress. This position requires strong leadership and mentoring skills in a competitive environment.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the sport you're coaching.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily practices and lead teams during competitions.
• Teach skills and strategies to optimize performance.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of student-athletes.
• Monitor academic progress and conduct of student-athletes.
• Communicate schedules and expectations with stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory of uniforms and assist with logistics.

Job description

ATHLETIC COACH

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The athletic coach instructs athletes in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes self-discipline, character development, and school pride. They report directly to the Athletic Director and ensure all activities comply with district, state, and conference regulations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Practice & Game Management: Plan, organize, and conduct daily practices and lead the team during competitions, including weekend tournaments.
• Skill Development: Teach fundamental and advanced skills, strategies, and proper conditioning to optimize performance.
• Safety & Supervision: Ensure the safety of student-athletes by supervising them at all times, including practices, games, locker rooms, and on travel.
• Academic & Behavioral Monitoring: Monitor the academic progress and conduct of student-athletes, emphasizing that "student" comes before "athlete".
• Communication: Maintain clear communication with parents, staff, administration, and the media regarding schedules and expectations.
• Equipment & Logistics: Maintain an inventory of uniforms and equipment, and assist with facility preparation.
• Mentorship: Act as a positive role model, fostering good sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play.