Assistant Boys Basketball Coach 7th/8th Grade (2 Positions) at Linn-Mar Community School District in Marion, IA

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (7th/8th Grade) Immediate Supervisor: Athletic Director or Designee Summary: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, in appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.) Provide leadership and instruction to participants in the skills necessary for achievement in specific sport. Organize, develop and implement the sport program including game preparation and practice schedules. Oversee the safety conditions of the facilities or area in which the sport is conducted at all times that students are present. Enforce discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times, and establish and oversee consequences for breach of such standards by individual students. Maintain competency in rules, rule interpretations; meet procedures, coaching techniques and general information about all aspects of the sport. Establish performance criteria for participation in interscholastic competition in the specific sport and is consistent in establishing criteria for participation for competition. Select and supervise assigned coaching staff in cooperation with administration. Adhere to a highly efficient and technically sound program of injury prevention and follow up. Work closely with Athletic Director in scheduling interscholastic contests. Analyze game statistics and tactical data of opponents and prepare game plans accordingly. Research, study, evaluate and implement innovations/best practices in the sport's strategy and equipment. Recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms. Maintain necessary attendance forms, insurance records, participant handbook, and similar paperwork. Responsible for and account for all equipment. Develop a consistent and positive public communications procedure through the school and media to inform the parents and the general public about the athletic program. Maintain and report, as directed, accurate statistics, record and results of the season. Recruit student athletes. Coordinate/supervise recognition and motivational programs for student athletes. Assist eligible student athletes in obtaining athletic scholarships, if relevant. Regular and reliable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Professional Standards: 1. Professional development ( Takes responsibility for own development and learning. Encourages and develops practices for continuous improvements in coaching processes and systems. Continually learns from personal experience; actively seeks opportunities for learning and self-development; requests feedback and welcomes advice when it is offered. ) 2. Leadership / Vision ( Principled; Provides Leadership and displays integrity. Establishes and achieves goals while keeping in mind the best interests of those involved (staff, students, public). Influences others to strive toward program goals and objectives; provides environment for self-motivation and teamwork. Demonstrates strict personal honesty.) 3. Motivation / Self-Management ( Strives to achieve. Perseveres. Demonstrates adaptability. Commits self and others to accomplish challenging objectives. Recovers quickly when progress is stalled by obstacles or adversity. ) 4. Problem Solving / Independent Judgment ( Effectively analyzes and solves problems. Makes high quality decisions in a timely manner. Self-reliant capacities to perceive, discern, or make reasonable decisions. Willing and able to exercise sound judgment. Breaks down complex problems into component parts and develops solutions in a logical/scientific systematic way. Develops, analyzes, selects, implements and evaluates optimum courses of action. Takes responsible actions and is accountable.) 5. Teamwork / Collaboration ( Works well on a team. Demonstrates commitment to shared team goals. Builds relationships. Collaborates and cooperates in order to achieve group objectives. Listens, responds, a