Boys Basketball-8th Grade Head Coach SY26/27

Young World Physical Education; Lodi Township (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Boys Basketball Head Coach for 8th Grade starting immediately. The role involves coaching duties, player development, and a commitment to athlete well-being. Candidates should have a background in coaching and ideally hold a State of Ohio Teacher's Certificate.

The coach will work closely with the Athletic Director, ensuring safe practices and promoting sportsmanship among young athletes. Email Craig Walkup for inquiries.

Qualifications

• State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred, not required).
• Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification.
• Desire to invest time during the season.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing players for the varsity team.
• Responsible for the collection of physical cards and emergency medical authorization forms.
• Organize and conduct practices as needed.

Skills

Coaching and administrative abilities

Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes

Knowledge of the care and prevention of athletic injuries

Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program

Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques

Education

State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate

Job description

Boys Basketball-8th Grade Head Coach SY26/27

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Boys Basketball – 8th Grade Coach

Reports to: Athletic Director, Principal, Local Superintendent

Work Activity Classification: Medium

Employment Status: Part‑time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Qualifications

• State of Ohio Teacher’s Certificate (preferred, not required)
• Coaching and administrative abilities
• Obtain Pupil Activity Supervision Validation & CPR Certification
• Ability to relate to and inspire young athletes
• Knowledge of the care of and prevention of athletic injuries
• Organizational skills/resources to enhance the program
• Skill in oral presentations
• Ability to get along with other coaches
• Desire to invest time during season
• Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques
• Ability to diagnose player deficiencies/prescribe corrective activities
• Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing players for the varsity team with direction from head coach.
• Responsible to the head coach. Shall carry out the program and recommendations established by the head coach. Under no circumstances shall a coach initiate policies or procedures which are inconsistent with the recommendations of the head coach.
• Proper attire shall be worn during practice and games.
• Responsible for the collection of appropriate physical cards, emergency medical authorization forms and code of conduct for all players.
• Use the offensive and defensive philosophy as provided by the head coach.
• Carry required emergency forms for all players, scorekeepers and managers for all practices and games.
• Responsible for the distribution and collection of all equipment.
• Communicate your team selection to the head coach prior to announcing to your players.
• Conduct oneself on the field at all times in such a manner that he/she will not insult players, officials or spectators. Do not argue a judgment call by the officials. Know the rules. Be responsible for the conduct of your players. Teach by example. Encourage positive fan involvement.
• Report all games to the middle school and the athletic director.
• Be willing to attend clinics with head coach.
• Assist head coach with off‑season coverage, attend staff meetings and assist head coach with scouting and other responsibilities that are delegated by head coach.
• Organize and conduct practices as needed.
• Be loyal to the head coach and the program at all times.
• Supervise all team members before, during and after practice and games.
• Assist in planning schedules, transportation, officials and setting up for home games.
• Inform all participants of the safety precautions associated with their sport or activity and teach proper skills to reduce chance of injury. Check all equipment routinely for safety concerns.
• Responsible for reporting and care of all injuries.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
• Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Conduct other coaching duties as assigned by the athletic director or principal as permitted by the negotiated agreement.

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.
• Occasional interaction among unruly children.

Terms of Employment

One‑year contract

Evaluation

By athletic director

Contact Information

• Craig Walkup, Athletic Director
• Cloverleaf High School
• Email: [e-mail]