Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach (Level 2)

Head Coach 

(Level 2) 

The Head Coach must assume a major role in fostering cooperation and positive teamwork, exhibiting outstanding sportsmanship and fan involvement at games and special events, and most importantly, assume a major role in the development of our youth as future leaders. This job requires you to interact thoughtfully and respectfully with student-athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents, and the community. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements. The Head Coach reports to the Athletic Director. This position requires the coach to complete an employment application, background check, and all district, MIAA, and NFHS-required training on an annual basis. 

RESPONSIBILITIES - The Head Coach will:

• Be accountable for the entire program, and will oversee all aspects of the program, including, but not limited to, the safety and inventory of athletic equipment;
• Communicate with the Athletic Director concerning any incidents that come up in regards to student-athletes or parental concerns;
• Maintain and uphold the highest standards of student-athlete scholarship. Promoting academics before athletics by monitoring academic performance and enforcing eligibility;
• Maintain and uphold the highest standards of student-athlete sportsmanship and behavior in competition, in the classroom, and in the community;
• Set up and maintain an active sports team for internal team communication and communication with families;
• Maintain and update records for student-athlete registration and physicals/medical clearances in conjunction with the Athletic Office and Nurses Office;
• Allow all student-athletes the opportunity to compete in the sport while promoting growth and sportsmanship;
• Build a positive relationship with the community to promote the sport;
• Demonstrate all skills, drills, and fundamentals of the sport necessary for individual and team development;
• Plan, organize, and direct the entire sports program  as a cohesive unit;
• Manage and take inventory of all equipment, including the distribution and complete collection of all aspects of team uniforms;
• Be present at all weekend activities;
• Supervise athletes before practices, during/after practices, and during activities/events;
• Attend all coaching meetings both internal, external, and league-based, as assigned. 
• Evaluate the progress of the student-athletes to develop and grow the student-athletes potential;
• Assist with fundraising along with promoting community support and awareness;
• Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the program; inform the Athletic Department and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process;
• Set scrimmages and daily practice schedules for the program;
• Submit team numerical rosters to the Athletic Department a minimum of two weeks before the first game, any changes to student information on the roster, inventories, final season statistics, and alphabetical list of award winners immediately following the season (list includes number of awards and the class of the athlete);
• Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards the opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators, and community;
• Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Knowledge of the sport and experience in coaching the skills, techniques, and fundamentals of the sport;
• Certified in CPR/Defib;
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children to effectively problem solve;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders;
• Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.

Athletic coaching positions are a one-year appointment.  All positions will be posted every year.

Reports to:        Principal/Athletic Director 

Evaluated by:    Principal/Athletic Director 

Terms of Employment/Salary/Work Year:

As negotiated by the Fitchburg School Committee and the Fitchburg Education Association (FEA).

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of NCBC (fingerprinting) and CORI prior to your start of employment. 

The responsibilities and duties listed illustrate the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
The School Committee’s policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law.
Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, HR@Fitchburg.k12.ma.us