Varsity Coach - Basketball

This position is responsible for coordination, leadership, supervision, and the delivery of a high quality coaching program for the KYFS Athletic Club Basketball team that increases participation and performance in sports and academics. By working with high school students interested in sports, a high school coach provides the necessary practice, support and advice for the team to be successful against opposing teams in a sports season.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Create and implement a high quality coaching program, to maximize participation and performance of competitive teams.
• Plan for each activity session to ensure the program demonstrates progression throughout, linked to the principles of Long-term Athlete Development.
• Coordinate the delivery of an innovative recreational program and attract new participants of High School levels and create pathways for continued participation.
• Ensure all equipment associated with the coaching program is correctly set up, maintained, stored and returned on completion of the coaching program.
• Implement appropriate Health and Safety policies and procedures in line with KYFS and the relevant Sporting Governing Body policies.
• Adhere to the KYFS Code of Ethics and Conduct for Sports Coaches and also the relevant Sporting Governing Body Code of Conduct.
• Provide appropriate mentoring, support and guidance to other coaches, players and student volunteers.
• Monitor and evaluate all sessions, activities and programs and provide the KYFS Athletic Club Director with concise progress reports and training logs linked to agreed work program.
• Responsible for your continuous professional development and attend relevant training courses to improve your coaching delivery.
• Provide direct leadership and supervision of youth, providing a positive role model
• Maintain required forms and reports.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and training programs as required.