JV Boys Basketball Coach

• Working alongside the varsity head basketball coach, responsibilities include developing individual skills, teamwork and sportsmanship among student-athletes
• Ability to positively motivate, inspire and be role model to high-school aged students
• Teach (fundamentals, skills, and rules), monitor progress of players and supervise participants so that the well-being of players and the school is preserved
• Works in concert with the Varsity Coach, report to the Varsity Coach, coordinate coaching philosophy and program with the Varsity Coach
• Begin conducting tryouts and pre-season practice according to the starting date outlined by the MIAA blue book
• Screen, select, organize and prepare players for competition
• Conduct team practices regularly
• Coach the team at every game, as required, throughout the season
• Coordinate with the Director of Athletics the efficient distribution and return of equipment, uniforms and supplies
• Insure that players have approval to play by a medical physician, parents and the school administration
• Monitor the well being of players and safeguard school facilities and property; this including supervision of players at practices, games, while on transportation vehicles and until all players are known to have departed for their homes
• Attend pre-season coaching meeting scheduled by the Director of Athletics and Varsity Coach
• Plan and conduct a parent information meeting prior to the beginning of the season
• Understands and follows MIAA rules, Sizer school Athletic Department policy and School District policy
• Report any injuries to the School Nurse and Director of Athletics
• Comply with all required notifications and acknowledgements regarding the Anti-Hazing Law under M.G.L. c.269 § § 17-19 for Student Groups, Teams and Organizations
• Supervise athletes before the official start of practice, and at the conclusion of practice through the departure time of late buses

• Strong verbal and written skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent knowledge of sport and skill development
• Personable, joyful, team-player
• Ability to work effectively with students and parents
• Ability to pass CORI check

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