Head Girls Basketball Coach - High School 26.27

Walla Walla Public Schools • Walla Walla, WA

16h

About The Position

The Head Girls Basketball Coach will direct the girls basketball program during the winter season at the high school level.

Requirements

• Teaching certificate and experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience coaching competitive basketball at the level of high school or above.
• Three years as a head basketball coach or assistant coach, or experience in coaching basketball at the college level.
• Successful experience in teaching technical sports/basketball skills to secondary school student athletes.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated ability in effectively carrying out the duties of the basketball program as established by the High School Principal, Athletic Director and policies of the Walla Walla School District.
• Verified coaching techniques in the area of scope and sequence of skill development, safety, teamwork, strategy, interpersonal relations, routine training, practice and game organization.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, assistant coaches, administrators, staff, and community; effective public relations skills.
• Evidence of short and long-term organization and management skills.
• Evidence of being a positive role model.
• Clearly-defined philosophy for the coaching level applied for.
• Professional integrity, vigor, flexibility, enthusiasm.
• WIAA certification and compliance with WIAA and district rules and regulations.
• Must meet the age requirements of WIAA applicable to this position.
• High school coaches are required before beginning their third year of coaching to complete a minimum of five (5) hours of instruction, or complete the NFHS Coaches Fundamentals Course, or attend all sessions of the WIAA Coaches School, or other Coaches School as approved by the WIAA or the local school district. After initial completion, coaches will be required to repeat this training every three (3) years.
• Possess current First Aid/CPR cards and be versed in related preventative health and training standards.
• Meet and maintain coaching standards as determined by the District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
• Completed Employment Application/ Background Check.
• Submit online an application to include: Letter of Interest and Resume 3 letters of recommendation Statement of coaching philosophies to include: (1) program culture/team building philosophy, implementation, and practices, (2) offensive and defensive philosophies, and (3) strength, conditioning, and speed development philosophies.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching certificate and experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement teaching and coaching philosophies consistent with the Walla Walla School District and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) mission statements.
• Instruct participants in individual, group and team techniques, tactics and physical training necessary for the realization of success.
• Communicate a clearly defined philosophy which emphasizes ethical competition, sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship with students, parents, staff, and community members.
• Utilize effective coaching techniques for skill development, strategy, and interpersonal team relations.
• Develop and promote high level performance expectations for all players and coaches.
• Support and help implement the established off-season strength, conditioning and skills development program.
• Active oversight and involvement in the 3-12 WWPS basketball program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees