Head HS Basketball Coach - Boys

Atchison County USD 377 • www.usd377.org

TEACHING POSITIONS AVAILABLE:  JH Science, HS ELA

Head athletic coach job description

TITLE:  Head Athletic Coach

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Valid Kansas teacher certification.
  2. Employment as a teacher in USD 377.                                                                                                            
  3. Has the ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.         
  4. Has previous successful coaching experience in assigned sport. (Major sports)
  5. The Head Coach must have substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and at the same time must continue to examine new theories and procedures pertinent to the field.

 

REPORTS TO: The Athletic Director- who provides overall objectives and final evaluations in conjunction with the school principal.

 

SUPERVISES: In several instances the Head Coach must advise- coordinate and support a staff of high school assistant coaches and middle school coaches in conjunction with the Athletic Director and respective principal.

 

JOB GOAL: To instruct athletes in the fundamental skills- strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time- the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values- pride of accomplishment- acceptable social behavior- self-discipline and self-confidence.

 

GENERAL:

1.       The success of athletic programs has a strong influence on the community`s image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing- but must not over-ride the objectives of good sportsmanship and good mental health.

2.       The position includes other unusual aspects such as extended time- risk injury factor and due process predicaments.

3.       It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered- it shall be assumed that a coach shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Has a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policy approved by the Board of Education and is responsible for its implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
  2. Has knowledge of existing system- state and league regulations: implements same consistently and interprets them for staff.
  3. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.  Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.

 

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Establishes the fundamental philosophy- skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Design conferences- clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program.
  2. Trains and informs staff- encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to local clinic policy.
  3. Delegates specific duties- supervises implementation- and at season`s end- analyzes staff effectiveness and evaluates all assistants.
  4. Maintains discipline- adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation.
  5. Perform such other duties- which may be assigned by the Athletic Director/principal.

 

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

  1. Assists the Athletic Director in scheduling- providing transportation and requirements or tournament and special sport events.
  2. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practice and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and school employees.
  3. Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations- parental consent and eligibility.
  4. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment.                            
  5. Advises the Athletic Director and recommends policy- method or procedural changes.

 

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
  2. Gives constant attention to a student athlete`s grades and conduct.
  3. By his/her presence at all practices- games and while travelling- provides assistance- guidance and safeguards for each participant.
  4. Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries- medical attention and emergencies.
  5. Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to athletic office within 24 hours.
  6. Directs student managers- assistants and statisticians.
  7. Determines discipline- delineates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and contacts parents when a student is dropped or becomes ineligible.
  8. Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection.

 

FINANCE AND EQUIPMENT:

  1. Participates in the budgeting function with the Athletic Director by establishing requirements for the next season.   Recommends equipment guidelines as to type- style- color or technical specifications. Is responsible for operating within budget appropriations.
  2. Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned.  Arranges for issuing- storing and reconditioning of equipment and submits annual inventory and current records concerning it.
  3. Properly marks and identifies all equipment before issuing or storing.
  4. Monitors equipment rooms and coaches` offices.
  5. Permits the athletes only in the authorized areas of the building at appropriate times.
  6. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games- checking on general cleanliness of the facilities.  Responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of specific sport equipment.
  7. Secures all doors- lights- windows and locks before leaving building if custodians are not on duty.
  8. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property- its care and proper use.

 

PUBLIC RELATIONS:

  1. Organizes parents- coaches- players and guests or pre-season meetings.
  2. Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes that are not in another sports program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media- little league programs- or in any other feasible manner.
  3. Responsible for the quality- effectiveness and validity of any oral or written release to local media.
  4. Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media- booster club- parents- officials- volunteers and fans.
  5. Presents information to news media concerning schedules- tournaments and results.


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Atchison County Community Schools is located in northeast Kansas.  The District includes the rural areas of Atchison County.  It is comprised of an Elementary School and a Junior-Senior High School.  The district is a 2A school located in Effingham, Kansas has a average enrollment of 500 students.

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306 Main Street
Effingham, KS 66023

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Applications Due By

July-10-2023

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