Elementary Head Basketball Coach

SUMMARY:  Serve as head coach of an elementary athletic sport following Laramie County School District #1 guidelines; responsible for aspects of the program including specific instructional techniques, curriculum, and philosophy of the sport. Coordinate assistant coaches and volunteers, practices, and other administrative duties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: 

• High School diploma or equivalent. 

• Previous coaching or participation experience in the sport preferred. 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS: 

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance. 

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES: 

• Scheduling, organizational, and time management skills. 

• Ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate sportsmanship with all athletes, parents, and community members. 

• Knowledge of the sport. 

• Written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. 

• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.  

• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.  

• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures. 

• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. 

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. 

• Act as a positive role model and representative of the school and LCSD#1.  

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of sport equipment to provide proper maintenance and storage. 

• Knowledge of sport equipment to ensure proper use and safety of student athletes. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: 

Responsible for assisting with interviewing, hiring, and training of assistant coaches; assisting with planning, assigning, and directing work; and assisting with addressing complaints and resolving problems.  

Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the program. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

HIRING MANAGER: Elementary School Principal

Salary : $750