Basketball Coach

Purpose: The basketball coach is responsible for the facilitation of the basketball program. The coach will develop the program and provide students with a rewarding extra-curricular team experience that will build skills in basketball as well as foster team building. The coach will facilitate team organization and development, weekly practices and games.Reports to: Middle School PrincipalQualificationsPossesses a Professional Educator License or Educator License with Stipulations issued by the Illinois State Board of Education,Background and knowledge of basketball foundations and skillsOrganized with effective communication skills with students and adultsAvailable to meet before and after school, and occasional evenings and weekendsPrefer previous experience with basketballSuccessful completion of concussion trainingBe certified through an IESA approved coaches education program. A person with a substitute-only license or paraprofessional license must complete one of the approved coaching education courses in order to serve as a coach.Dates: The role begins in August with tryouts. Practices and games are during the week after 3:15 pm.Compensation: Stipend- $4,317