BOYS BASKETBALL ASSISTANT COACH .50 FTE

Davenport Community Schools; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Iowa seeks a dedicated basketball coach to teach fundamentals and grow the competitive program at North High School. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, motivate student-athletes both in sports and academics, and engage effectively with all stakeholders. A valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Teaching License is essential. This role involves supervising practices/games and participating in community activities to foster holistic development for student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Experience with competition/success at the state level is desired.
• Must demonstrate ability to support student-athletes' development both on and off the court.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills with proven rapport-building in diverse settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach young people in basketball fundamentals and techniques.
• Develop and maintain a strong basketball program at North High School.
• Provide supervision before, during, and after practices/matches.
• Communicate with administration, staff, students, and booster club.
• Support conditioning programs and weight training.
• Supervise students before, during, and after practices/matches.
• Lead by example with high character and integrity.
• Collaborate with Athletic Boosters and attend meetings as needed.
• Assist in coach clinics and youth camps.
• Assist in youth summer sports camps and related activities.
• Perform duties as assigned by head coach and administration.

Skills

Teaching basketball fundamentals

Motivating student-athletes

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement

Job description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities:

(Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

Sport Duties

• Must demonstrate the ability to teach and coach young people in the fundamentals and techniques of basketball.
• Must demonstrate the appropriate competitive drive to develop and maintain a strong basketball program.
• Must demonstrate desire to constantly improve the program and overall sports program at North High School.
• Must demonstrate ability to motivate student-athletes to be the best they can be on the court and in the classroom.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate with all stakeholders including but not limited to administration, staff, students, and booster club.
• Support the strength and conditioning coordinator to ensure proper conditioning and weight training for our student athletes.
• Must provide adequate supervision before, during and after practices/matches.

School Duties

• Must lead by example demonstrating high character and solid moral background.
• Must promote other programs at North High School and encourage to participate in other activities.
• Must work with Athletic Boosters in working concession stands throughout the year, and willing to attend one meeting per academic year.
• Will assist to offer a complete and dedicated effort toward the development of football at every age level.
• Will assist at one coach's clinic and one youth camp per calendar year.
• Will assist in the Davenport North High Athletic Boosters youth summer sports camp.
• Any duties as assigned by head coach, and administration.

Physical Requirements of Position:

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
• Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

• Noise level is quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.

Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.

• Must hold a valid Iowa Coaching Authorization or Iowa Teaching License with Coaching Endorsement
• Experience with competition/success at the state level is desired.
• Complete online application including a resume and 3 letters of reference.
• Successful Candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.