Junior High Boys Assistant Basketball Coach

Wray School Dist R-D-2; Wray (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wray School District RD-2 in Colorado is seeking an Assistant Coach to support the head coach in developing a successful athletic program. You will help with practice planning, safety, and compliance with CHSAA and district policies.

This role requires CHSAA certification or teaching license, First Aid/CPR, strong leadership, and a commitment to maintaining a positive, professional environment for student-athletes; evenings and weekend events are common.

Qualifications

• CHSAA coaching certification or teaching license.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and professional athletic environment.

Responsibilities

• Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with district policies, CHSAA, and league rules.
• Certification Requirements: Maintain CHSAA coaching certification and First Aid/CPR certification.
• Practice Planning: Supports and meets with head coach in developing and implementing daily written practice plans.
• Equipment & Facilities: Assist with equipment care, inventory, and facilities preparation.
• Supervision: Provide supervision of athletes before, during, and after practices or activities.
• Communication: Maintain regular communication with the head coach.
• Support: Promote all district programs and adhere to decisions.
• Administrative Duties: Follow the coaching handbook chain of command.
• Professional Development: Attend sport-specific coaching clinics and CHSCA membership.

Skills

Coaching certification

First Aid/CPR

Leadership

Professional environment

Job description

Extra Duty Pay Scale- Policy GCBC-E

Title: Assistant Coach

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Head Coach or Designee

Supervises: Athletic Players

Qualifications:

• CHSAA coaching certification or teaching license.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and professional athletic environment.

Job Goal:

• The Assistant Coach provides support to the head coach in developing and maintaining a successful sports program. This includes ensuring adherence to district and league policies, promoting a positive environment for athletes, and representing Wray School District RD-2 in a professional manner.

Responsibilities:

1. Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with Wray School District RD-2 policies, CHSAA, and league rules.
2. Certification Requirements: Maintain CHSAA coaching certification, First Aid/CPR certification, and any relevant teaching licenses.
3. Practice Planning: Supports and meets with head coach in developing and implementing daily written practice plans.
4. Equipment & Facilities: Supports head coach in managing care, inventory, and storage of equipment and assists with facility preparation and maintenance as needed.
5. Supervision: Provide total supervision of athletes before, during, and after practices or activities, ensuring safety and discipline.
6. Communication: Maintain regular communication with the head coach.
7. Support: Promote and support all Wray School District programs and adhere to administrative decisions.
8. Administrative Duties: Follow the chain of command as outlined in the coaching handbook.
9. Professional Development: Attend sport-specific coaching clinics and maintain recommended CHSCA membership.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lock and secure athletic facilities nightly.
• Participate in post-season equipment/uniform check-in.
• Tidy up the area used for practice or training and ensure all equipment is put up and stowed away in its proper place.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or designee.

Terms of Employment:

• Salary and work year as described in district policy. This role requires time outside of regular school hours, including evenings and weekends for practices, competitions, and related events.

Evaluation:

• Performance of the Assistant Coach will be evaluated annually by the Athletic Director and Head Coach to ensure alignment with district goals, policies, and the effective support of student athletic needs.

Wray School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.