Head High School Men's Basketball Coach

POSITION TITLE:

Head HS Mens Basketball Coach

Teaching Assignment TBD

POSITION LOCATION:

Searcy High School

FLSA:

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must hold proper state license

TEACHING

REPORTS TO:

Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom he or she is responsible.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

COACHING

REPORTS TO:

Athletic Director

ESSENTIAL OR REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for players, officials, opponents, fans, and other coaches.
• Maintain good public relations with media, boosters, parents, officials, players, fans, etc.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the community.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to implement effective coaching theory, strategies, and techniques appropriate for high school athletes.
• Motivate student athletes to participate and sustain their interests in the program.
• Work effectively with student athletes of varying abilities, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of rules and regulations set forth by Arkansas Activities Association.
• Supervise, organize, and motivate a coaching staff at all levels.
• Assume responsibility for inventory, selection and care of equipment.
• Assume responsibility for proper care of the school facilities.
• Responsible for the supervision of all students under their care.
• Report injuries to administration in a timely manner.
• Build and sustain a successful program that is widely supported and respected by the Searcy Public School District and community at large.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

• Inform parents and student/athletes regarding NCAA clearing house registration deadlines and academic requirements, etc.
• Encourage athletes to take PSAT, SAT, and ACT in order to prepare for college.
• Assist the Athletic Director in developing game schedules, practice schedules, facilities use, transportation needs, and the program budget.
• Requisition supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
• Provide game results to media; keep season and game-by-game statistics and records; provide statistical reports to the Athletic Director as needed and/or requested.
• Provide statistical information, video, etc. to college recruiters upon request.
• Stay abreast of students' academic eligibility and work with teachers and administration to help keep students eligible.
• Assist the Athletic Director in selecting assistant coaches.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Athletic Director.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• To be an effective educator in the classroom and on the field.
• To assist in maintaining high academic standards for all students.
• To direct the basketball program in all phases at a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm.
• To work cooperatively with other athletic coaches in order to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
• To foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to win, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school and community.
• To direct the training, conditioning, and performance of the varsity athletic team and to lead, supervise, and assist the assistant coaches in their efforts with teams assigned to them.

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