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Position Overview
Under the direction of the Athletic Director, the Division Head and the Varsity Boys Head Coach, the Boys JV Basketball coach provides leadership and direction to help mold the boys basketball program while adhering to Milken Community School rules and regulations. The Boys JV Basketball Coach must support the student-athlete concept and demonstrate concern for the health, safety, and welfare of each student-athlete. They must support, encourage, and monitor student-athletes’ academic progress.
Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership for the Milken Community School boys basketball program and perform all services thereof as scheduled and/or directed by the Athletic Director and the Head Varsity Boys coach.
Coach and instruct players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities/exercises.
Work with the Athletic Director and Head Boys Varsity Coach to develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time to provide both individual and team development.
Assess player’s skills and monitor players during competition and practice.
Determine game strategy to ensure success in competition.
Supervise athletes during practices and competition.
Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
Responsible for the use, care, storage and inventory of all Milken athletic equipment issued for use by the athletic program including, but not limited to balls and all other equipment necessary for practice and games/matches.
Maintain the equipment room in orderly condition and assume responsibility for its security.
Participate in special activities to include parent’s night, banquets, and award nights.
Perform support tasks such as maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records.
Adhere to all rules, regulations and policies as mandated by the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and Milken Community School.
Promote the sport with students, alumni, and members of the community.
Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Head Boys Varsity Coach.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of basketball coaching experience.
Experience with student programs in a high school setting.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program.
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
SALARY RANGE: $4,000-$5,000 for season
Milken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.
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