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Veritas Prep Charter School

Middle School Girl's Basketball Head Coach (SY25-26, Middle School)

Veritas Prep Charter School, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119

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Middle School Girl's Basketball Head Coach (SY25-26, Middle School) As a coach at Veritas Prep, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a thriving sports program, contributing to the development of student-athletes through knowledge, skill enhancement, teamwork, leadership, and social and emotional growth.

Responsibilities

Support student-athletes in cultivating positive attitudes while emphasizing fair play, sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork

Gain comprehensive knowledge of all athletic policies set forth by Veritas Prep Middle School, including state and league regulations

Attend mandatory public/staff meetings to align with school objectives

Promote discipline and cultivate a cooperative morale within the school sports framework

Prepare thoroughly for scheduled practices and events, ensuring adherence to facility times

Collaborate with maintenance and school staff to ensure proper care of equipment and practice areas

Monitor the academic progress and conduct of student-athletes

Be present at all practices and games, providing guidance and support for participants, especially during travel

Complete and submit documentation for athletic injuries using the appropriate forms

Enforce discipline with a clear understanding of due process, ensuring fair treatment for all athletes

Track equipment usage and returns, submitting annual inventories

Accurately report team records to the Athletic Director, including awards and scores from all competitions

Arrive early for practices and events to facilitate familiarization and stay after to assist players and engage in discussions with staff

Execute both in-season and out-of-season conditioning programs, evaluated for effectiveness

Carry out other related duties as requested by the Principal or Athletic Director

Requirements

Previous coaching experience in basketball is preferred

Solid knowledge and understanding of basketball fundamentals and strategies

An unwavering belief in the potential for all students to achieve great things

A commitment to confronting racism in education and life, with an understanding of the history of race and systemic oppression

Current authorization to work in the United States; candidates must have this authorization by their first employment day

Benefits COMPENSATION: Intramural athletic coaching stipends are dependent on length of season, practice schedule, etc.

About Veritas Prep Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student's path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall early-college high school. Veritas Prep is committed to a diverse, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

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