Head Coach - Middle School Boys Basketball

Fredericksburg Christian School; Thornton (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fredericksburg Christian School is seeking a Head Coach for the Middle School Boys Basketball team. This role involves planning and directing the basketball program, supervising student-athletes, and maintaining a Christian environment. Ideal candidates will have previous coaching experience and a commitment to Christian values.

Qualifications

• Committed Christian with a strong personal faith.
• Previous head coaching experience preferred.
• CPR/AED certification required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct the basketball program with a Christian worldview.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices and games.
• Organize off-season workouts and summer camps.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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• Exemplify behavior that is representative of the educational staff of the school and be a credit to the Christian coaching profession.
• Coaches must maintain a professional appearance during games and practices. During games, approved Fredericksburg Christian attire, or business casual, will be required. During practices, modest attire is expected, with FCS attire preferred. The athletic department reserves the right to make modifications to coaching attire when necessary.
• Attempt to resolve differences with others (parents, fellow-workers, administration) by following the biblical pattern of Matthew 18:15-17
• Expected to attend the All Coaches meeting at the beginning of your respective season
• Work directly with the Athletic Ministries Department by keeping inventory of all uniforms and equipment.
• Organize off-season and preseason workouts and/or summer camps with the approval of the FCS Director of Athletic Ministries.
• Uniforms and/or equipment are to be issued to your players at the beginning of the season and collected and stored away at the end of the season. Prior to your stipend being released, you must check out with one of the Assistant Athletic Directors. Any equipment or uniforms that are missing will be deducted from your stipend.
• Supervise all student-athletes, at practices and games, home or away, once they are in your presence and until a parent or guardian picks them up.
• Submit your roster (name, grade, #, position) to the FCS Athletic Ministries Director once tryouts are complete. Rosters must be submitted prior to the first practice following tryouts.
• Send scores from each game to Athletic Director and email the scores of all of your games to the Free Lance-Star
• Attend end-of-the-year Sports Awards Night
  
  
• All assistant coaches, paid or volunteer, are the sole responsibility of the head coach. You are responsible for finding your assistants, with the approval of the Athletic Ministries Director. If you need help in finding one, assistance will be provided.
• All assistants must be interviewed and vetted by the Athletic Ministries Director. All paperwork must be submitted with HR, prior to the coach beginning practice.
• Once your coaching staff is in place, it is the responsibility of the head coach to help communicate expectations and guidelines of the FCS Athletic Department to all assistants and hold them accountable throughout the season.
• Communicate to all assistants, JV, and Middle School coaches what fundamentals and style of play you would like taught.
  
  

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Description

The Head Coach of any sport supports and advances the mission of FCS by planning, organizing, and directing the program for your assigned team, with a Christian worldview and a high level of sport expertise. Reports to the Director of Athletic Ministries.

Head Coach Responsibilities

• Exemplify behavior that is representative of the educational staff of the school and be a credit to the Christian coaching profession.
• Coaches must maintain a professional appearance during games and practices. During games, approved Fredericksburg Christian attire, or business casual, will be required. During practices, modest attire is expected, with FCS attire preferred. The athletic department reserves the right to make modifications to coaching attire when necessary.
• Attempt to resolve differences with others (parents, fellow-workers, administration) by following the biblical pattern of Matthew 18:15-17
• Expected to attend the All Coaches meeting at the beginning of your respective season
• Work directly with the Athletic Ministries Department by keeping inventory of all uniforms and equipment.
• Organize off-season and preseason workouts and/or summer camps with the approval of the FCS Director of Athletic Ministries.
• Uniforms and/or equipment are to be issued to your players at the beginning of the season and collected and stored away at the end of the season. Prior to your stipend being released, you must check out with one of the Assistant Athletic Directors. Any equipment or uniforms that are missing will be deducted from your stipend.
• Supervise all student-athletes, at practices and games, home or away, once they are in your presence and until a parent or guardian picks them up.
• Submit your roster (name, grade, #, position) to the FCS Athletic Ministries Director once tryouts are complete. Rosters must be submitted prior to the first practice following tryouts.
• Send scores from each game to Athletic Director and email the scores of all of your games to the Free Lance-Star
• Attend end-of-the-year Sports Awards Night
  
  

Regarding Assistant Coaches

• All assistant coaches, paid or volunteer, are the sole responsibility of the head coach. You are responsible for finding your assistants, with the approval of the Athletic Ministries Director. If you need help in finding one, assistance will be provided.
• All assistants must be interviewed and vetted by the Athletic Ministries Director. All paperwork must be submitted with HR, prior to the coach beginning practice.
• Once your coaching staff is in place, it is the responsibility of the head coach to help communicate expectations and guidelines of the FCS Athletic Department to all assistants and hold them accountable throughout the season.
• Communicate to all assistants, JV, and Middle School coaches what fundamentals and style of play you would like taught.
  
  

Requirements

• Committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and the Christian character qualities to serve as a role model for young people
• Regular in attendance at an evangelical, Protestant church
• Commitment to a Biblical lifestyle, not promoting or engaging in premarital, extramarital, transgender, or homosexual behavior
• If married, a solid commitment based on Mark 10:9 and positive marital relationship
• Strong commitment to Christian education
• Previous head coaching experience at the high school or club level preferred
• Playing experience required (if assistant coach, this is preferred, not required)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including effective listening skills
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive environment
• Working knowledge about athletic program regulations
• Skillfully manage individual, group, and organizational interactions
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts
• Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students
• Must be CPR/AED certified or willing to complete certification shortly after hire
• Teachable, servant spirit

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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