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Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8

Assistant Coach - Basketball - Girls

Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, Fountain, Colorado, United States, 80817

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Assist the head coach in instructing athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. Provide instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence. Responsibilities

Assist the head coach in various aspects of the sport-specific program. Supervise and monitor all sport-specific athletes and activities to ensure programs of high standards. Conduct self in an appropriate professional manner at all times, serving as a role model for the other coaches and student athletes. Work with the head coach to ensure that practice periods for the sport stay within the confines of the time specified by the Athletic Director and CHSAA. Promote effective communication between schools and community by creating positive support for continued improvement of the programs. Attend all sport-specific athletic practices and games. Assist head coach during summer athletic camp activities to promote the sport. Is responsible for the general upkeep, protection and inventory of equipment under his/her jurisdiction. Be available to assist in preparing practice and game field/court for practices and games. Communicate and adhere to training rules and other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant. Communicate quality, useful and valid information to the head coach so that he/she is able to provide accurate information to the district, community and media. Maintain good public relations with news media, booster club, parents, officials, volunteers, fans, and opponents. Maintain multiple communication avenues for parents of student athletes and effective conflict resolution strategies. Assist head coach in paper work and filing of all appropriate documents. Understand the proper administrative chain of command and refer all requests, concerns or grievances through the proper channels. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements

Has previous experience as an effective coach in the assigned sport High school diploma or equivalent Criminal background check required for hire Must be a certified teacher or administrator holding a current license issued by the Colorado Department of Education; or employed as a teacher, counselor and or administrator at least 50% of the school day in a private school; or a coach registered with the CHSAA. All coaches must have CPR and Concussion Protocol training Preferred Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to organize, direct, and supervise a districtwide sport program Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport and willing to examine new theories and procedures important to athletics Advanced leadership skills Customer service and media/public relations skills Critical thinking and problem solving skills Budget development and fiscal management skills Knowledge of CHSAA rules, regulations, policies and procedures

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