Inspiring Middle School Basketball Coach

Choice Schools Associates; Oxford (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, Michigan, seeks an athletic coach to develop game strategies and motivate student athletes in their sport. The ideal candidate will organize tryouts, schedule practices, and collaborate with the Athletic Director to arrange facilities for games and training.

Responsibilities include coaching players on rules and techniques, monitoring academic eligibility, and communicating with parents as needed while upholding school policies and sportsmanship standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience as a coach at middle or high school level preferred.
• Knowledge of MHSAA rules, regulations, strategies and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Holds organizational meetings for team prospects and encourages potential athletes to participate in the sport.
• Assesses players' skills and assigns team positions.
• Develops a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time for individual and team development.
• Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Coaches and instructs players on the rules, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players to determine needs for improvement.
• Monitors academic performance to ensure eligibility and encourage high standards.
• Follows procedures for athlete injury; conferences with parents regarding performance.
• Adheres to MHSAA and school regulations; models sportsmanship and proper conduct.
• Manages equipment, supplies and uniforms; maintains non-discriminatory practices.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Rules knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, Michigan, seeks an athletic coach to develop game strategies and motivate student athletes in their sport. The ideal candidate will organize tryouts, schedule practices, and collaborate with the Athletic Director to arrange facilities for games and training.

Responsibilities include coaching players on rules and techniques, monitoring academic eligibility, and communicating with parents as needed while upholding school policies and sportsmanship standards.