What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Coach for Girls Basketball position at Putnam Public Schools?
POSITION: Assistant Coach for Girls Basketball
Putnam High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Coach for the Girls' Basketball program We're looking for a passionate individual who can help foster skill development, promote teamwork, and support our student-athletes' growth both on and off the field. Become an integral part of our dynamic and evolving high school athletic program.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
Application Procedure
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to: Heather Taylor, Principal and Joseph Pishka, Athletic Director
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Putnam High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Coach for the Girls' Basketball program We're looking for a passionate individual who can help foster skill development, promote teamwork, and support our student-athletes' growth both on and off the field. Become an integral part of our dynamic and evolving high school athletic program.
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Support Head Coach: Assist the Head Coach with planning, organizing, and executing practices and games.
- Player Development: Improve student-athletes' fundamental basketball skills, tactical understanding, and physical conditioning.
- Logistics & Supervision: Help with practice/game setup and breakdown, and directly supervise student-athletes during all team activities, ensuring safety and policy adherence.
- Team Environment: Contribute to a positive, disciplined, and sportsmanlike team culture.
- Communication: Maintain effective communication with the Head Coach, players, parents, and athletic staff.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to all school, district, ECC, and CIAC rules and regulations.
- Role Modeling: Serve as a positive role model, promoting academic integrity, sportsmanship, and responsibility.
- Administrative Tasks: Assist with inventory, equipment management, and other administrative duties as needed.
- Off-Season Support: Support organized off-season training, conditioning, and summer league activities as directed by the Head Coach
- CT Certification 600: Interscholastic/Intramural Coach or eligibility for certification required
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Demonstrated knowledge of basketball fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to inspire and motivate student-athletes.
- Commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development.
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
Application Procedure
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest and updated resume to: Heather Taylor, Principal and Joseph Pishka, Athletic Director
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $4,801