HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH

HIGH SCHOOL Head GIRLS BASKETBALL COACHREPORTS TO: Activities Director About Cascade High SchoolCascade High School is a public school, dedicated to developing students to become problemsolvers, critical thinkers, effective communicators, technology users, and contributing membersof a global workforce and society. Cascade High School is a grade 9-12 comprehensive highschool serving approximately 100 students. Please check district website for current teachingopenings if interested in both.https://www.cascade.k12.mt.us/District/Jobs/Job SummaryThe Head Girls Basketball Coach is responsible for various aspects of the Girls BasketballProgram, such as building and maintaining a program within the school, scheduling opponents(in conjunction with the Activities Director), training, and coaching team members. The HeadGirls Basketball Coach is required to abide by the Montana High School Association (MHSA)rules and regulations as well as the rules and regulations set by the Cascade School DistrictBoard of Directors and the Cascade High School Activities Director. Job SpecificationsIn order to be successful in this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/orabilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Required) 2-4 years of experience coaching basketball at the high school level (head coachingExperience Preferred). Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships withschool administrators, governing organizations (MHSA), opponents, staff, parents, andstudents. Essential Responsibilities Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions, to promoteindividual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and goodsportsmanship. Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve theAbilities Of Student-athletes In Girls Basketball. Coordinate the development, promotion, and recruitment for the Girls BasketballProgram; this includes involvement with the middle school and elementary schoolprograms. Hold organizational meetings for team prospects and encourage potential athletes to participate in the girls' basketball program. Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals andobjectives to ensure the overall educational development of student-athletes. Ensure all girls basketball coaches work together toward a common goal within the girlsbasketball program and provide unity within the youth community programs. Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilitiesinitially and on a regular basis. Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individualand team development. Hold a preseason meeting with all student-athletes and parents before the first officialgame. Assess players' skills and assign team positions. Determine game strategy based on the team's capabilities. Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation. Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and whileon trips off school property. Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times. Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities,including protecting students from hazing/bullying. Maintain and secure all basketball equipment and uniforms. Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all athletic equipment. Assist student-athletes with college recruitment. Assist the Activities Director with the scheduling of games and coordinate arrangements. Act as a team representative and promote the sport by communicating with the newsMedia, Booster Clubs, Service Clubs, And Other Organizations. Participate in special activities to include senior night, banquets, award nights and pepassemblies. Conferences with parents/guardians, as necessary, regarding athletic performance of theirstudent. Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury. Represent the Cascade School District and the Girls Basketball program in a professionalmanner. Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities. Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improvecoaching performance. Be actively involved with all district youth programs, including in-house and travelbasketball. Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Activities Director or otherappropriate administrator. Additional Knowledge/Skills/AttributesKnowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the game is paramount. Extensive knowledge of current coaching techniques and procedures. Knowledge of NFHS, and MHSA rules. Demonstrated ability to instruct and supervise student-athletes. Skills The applicant must possess the ability to communicate in spoken and written word. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. The applicant must possess the ability to relate to students and to teach them on and offthe court. The applicant must be willing to accept a high level of accountability. The applicant must possess the ability to assess players and coaches effectively. Attributes The applicant should be professionally calm and motivationally intense. The applicant should be a progressive thinker but a believer in planning and preparation. Supervision Exercised: Assistant Coaches, Girls Basketball staff Supervision Received: Activities Director This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performedby this employee. Cascade Public School reserves the right to update, revise or change this jobDescription And Related Duties At Any Time.The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands describedwithin this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations shall bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.For those classified employees employed under a written contract for a specified term,nothing contained in this job description shall create a property right beyond the specifiedduration of the employment contract.