Job Description

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training
• Former basketball player or coach, knowledge or interest in basketball
• Experience coaching, teaching, or working with kids age 9-12

Responsibilities

• Coach for grades 4-6 girls basketball and availability for after school practices 2 times per week + games
• Supports and upholds the mission and values of the International School of Texas
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Models professional conduct and sportsmanship while instilling these characteristics within team members
• Schedules practices in consultation with the Athletic Director
• Monitors physical condition and fitness of participants and reports injuries to parents and school officials
• Continually monitors and supervises all activities of the participants at all practices and games
• Teaches essential safety skills and strategies to student-athletes; monitors safety compliance
• Follows school policies regarding safety guidelines
• Communicates with Athletic Director regarding need for early dismissals, field, and gym use
• Ensures that emergency contact information is available at practices
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Able to instruct athletes about proper strategy, skills, and rules
• Able to motivate student-athletes to perform optimally as an individual athlete and team member
• Uses approved, corrective, and positive discipline procedures in dealing with inappropriate student conduct
• Required to lift or carry athletic equipment and supplies
• Required to maintain composure