Lead Coach, 8th Grade Boys Basketball

La Plata Middle School; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Plata Middle School in Silver City, New Mexico, is seeking an 8th Boys Head Basketball Coach to lead an athletic program of high caliber, instilling discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate will hold a New Mexico Teaching License with a Coaching Endorsement, have five years of teaching experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to coordinate junior high through high school activities with the Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• New Mexico Teaching License with a Coaching Endorsement.
• Five years of experience in teaching.
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for the task(s) of Head Coach.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Establish an athletic program of the highest caliber in the sport(s) assigned.
• Assist in screening, employing, supervising and assigning assistant coaches.
• Be responsible for the scouting program of the sport.
• Maintain safety and manage facilities during practice and games.
• Plan and schedule a regular in-season practice program.
• Collaborate with the Athletic Director on scheduling interscholastic contests.
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanship at all times.
• Prepare and submit athlete eligibility lists and related paperwork.

Education

New Mexico Teaching License with a Coaching Endorsement.

Five years of experience in teaching.

Demonstrated interest and aptitude for performing the task(s) of Head Coach.

Valid driver’s license.

Job description

La Plata Middle School in Silver City, New Mexico, is seeking an 8th Boys Head Basketball Coach to lead an athletic program of high caliber, instilling discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

The ideal candidate will hold a New Mexico Teaching License with a Coaching Endorsement, have five years of teaching experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to coordinate junior high through high school activities with the Athletic Director.