Middle School Basketball Coach

Choice-Schools-Associates; Oxford (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsbury Country Day School in Oxford, Michigan is seeking an athletic coach to guide student athletes in game strategies and skill development. You will motivate players and foster a love of sport while aligning with school values.

You will organize practices, schedule competitions, monitor academics to maintain eligibility, and collaborate with the Athletic Director. The role emphasizes safety, sportsmanship, and hands-on, experiential learning in an outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience as a coach or assistant coach at the middle or high school level.
• Knowledge of MHSAA rules 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 rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players during competition and practice to determine needs for improvement.
• Monitors pupil behavior and provides supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors academic performance to ensure eligibility requirements are met; encourages academics.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians regarding athletic performance.

Skills

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Outdoor learning

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kingsbury Country Day School exists to provide students the time and space needed to authentically develop social, emotional, and academic skills. We are an innovative charter school located in Oxford, Michigan located on over 100 acres of beautiful woodland property.It is the mission of Kingsbury Country Day School to help every child reach their maximum potential through a challenging curriculum and expert instruction, in a safe and supportive learning environment.

Kingsbury is more than a school. It is a community which involves students, parents, teachers, and friends in its decision making, learning activities, and daily life.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate:

• A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands-on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful.
• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively, promoting a harmonious learning environment.

About the role

Responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

What you'll do

• 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 to provide both individual and team development.
• Works with the Athletic Director in scheduling facilities for practices and competition.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior and provides proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Monitors the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met; encourages student athletes to maintain a high academic standard.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding the athletic performance of their student.
• Follows MHSAA, and school regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sportsman-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance and requisitioning of equipment, supplies and uniforms.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the school leader.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as a coach or assistant coach at the middle or high school level.
• Effective coaching techniques and skills.
• A thorough knowledge of the MHSAA rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students.

About Choice Schools Associates

Kingsbury Country Day School (KCDS) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, KCDS is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.