AAU Basketball Coach- Head/ Assistant

University Heat Basketball are looking for high quality coaches for the 2024 Spring and Summer AAU/Travel season.

The coaching opportunity with University Heat will amplify your coaching exposure across the Midwest, and allow great basketball coaching opportunities for any level of coaching experience you may have.

OUR BEST COACHES

• Possess and display genuine CARE for the program and all their players and parents as both athletes and people.
• Maintain the perspective that positive mentorship, leadership development and creating unity is more important than wins and losses.
• Practice patience, empathy, and understanding with their players, parents, coaches, and fans in a potentially emotionally charged environment.
• Embrace the commitment and responsibility they have to the team, the individual player, and the families of the player.
• Are confident, reliable, and clear communicators. They listen for understanding and meaning. They approach areas of concern with kindness and with firmness when necessary.
• Understand that young athletes need reliable role models who are invested in their progress and who praise the process.
• Believe that competition, in and of itself, is not negative, but instead, see it as an opportunity to teach life lessons about navigating successes and failures.
• Have a strong knowledge of basketball with a passion for teaching, coaching, and mentoring.
• Positively promote the University Heat and all partnered organization

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

- Learn and adhere to all policies and procedures.
-. Coach and develop players with a philosophy that aligns with the University Heat's mission and values.
- Communicate regularly with team families concerning logistics and all team activities.
- Be consistently engaged with the University Heat's directors and staff to address concerns quickly, with a positive attitude.
- Travel to various local practice gyms and tournaments as assigned

- Develop and implement basketball training programs for players of various skill levels
- Teach fundamental basketball skills, including shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense
- Plan and conduct practice sessions to improve individual and team performance
- Provide guidance and support to players during games and competitions
- Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement
- Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that promotes sportsmanship and teamwork
- Collaborate with other coaches and staff to coordinate team activities and events

About University Heat Basketball
University Heat is Wisconsin’s premier AAU youth travel basketball club and athletic training provider. We provide quality opportunities to compete and grow through athletic competition and development.

www.jointheheat.com

Qualifications:
- Previous experience coaching basketball at the youth or high school level
- Strong knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, and techniques
- Excellent communication skills to effectively instruct and motivate players
- Ability to manage behavior and maintain discipline among players
- Experience working with students or in a childcare setting is preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification is a plus

As a Basketball Coach, you will have the opportunity to share your passion for the sport while helping young athletes develop their skills. Join our team today and make a positive impact on the lives of aspiring basketball players!

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $2,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $2,200