Head 8th Grade Girls Basketball Coach — Lead & Develop

Vancouver Public Schools; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a part-time athletic coach to lead a school sport program under the supervision of the Athletic Director and Principal. The role focuses on developing athletes, practicing proper technique, and implementing game strategies while upholding district policies and sportsmanship values.

The coach will recruit athletes, conduct practices, and attend games, with mandatory trainings and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the sport in which applying or currently employed in a Certificated, Classified, or hourly Coach position with Vancouver Public Schools
• Recent coaching experience, with K-12 athletes preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR card, or ability to obtain prior to the established start date
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Experience which demonstrates strong leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate a vision for the program that embraces character development and a positive experience for all athletes
• Recruit student athletes for the coach’s school for participation
• Conduct practices for the team that focus on proper technique and mechanics of the sport
• Attend and supervise athletes at games, and execute game strategy
• Attend yearly Coaches’ Institute training in August
• Teach and demonstrate appropriate sportsmanship with athletes, parents and the school community
• Organize, supervise, and evaluate practice sessions.
• Know and adhere to WIAA, league, district, and building rules and policies
• Complete required district and WIAA trainings around sport specific rules and safety
• Maintain and inventory uniforms and equipment
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms and work cooperatively in an effective and positive manner with diverse parties to include staff, students, parents, and community
• Work successfully as a team player and follow the Head Coach/Athletic Director’s program direction
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, and practice the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Sport knowledge

Coaching experience

First Aid & CPR

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership ability

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a part-time athletic coach to lead a school sport program under the supervision of the Athletic Director and Principal. The role focuses on developing athletes, practicing proper technique, and implementing game strategies while upholding district policies and sportsmanship values.

The coach will recruit athletes, conduct practices, and attend games, with mandatory trainings and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive environment for all students.