Head Freshmen Coach - Basketball

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting with organizing the Carondelet High School Basketball program. The position prioritizes integrity, innovation, and inspiration while assisting with practices, motivating students, and instructing student-athletes in game strategies and techniques. The Head Freshmen Basketball Coach is required to abide by the rules and regulations of Carondelet High School, the East Bay Athletic League, and the North Coast Section. The Head Freshmen Basketball Coach models humble leadership, embraces possibility and innovation, delivers great, and inspires joy and gratitude in athletes and colleagues. 

Job Specifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Fosters a community spirit consistent with the Carondelet Mission and Core Values among coaches, student-athletes, and parents. Assures respect for the uniqueness of the individual athlete and develops the whole person by demanding good sportsmanship, promoting positive coaching practices, communicating effectively with all constituents, and establishing and fostering good relationships with student-athletes, parents, faculty members, administrators, and coaches. 

• Is an equity-focused, inclusive leader with the ability to support an environment where a growth mindset is a prominent presence in all aspects of school life.

• Assist with the entire program, including varsity and sub-varsity teams, as needed, and promote leadership and character development among all student-athletes.

• Follow and maintain knowledge of school policies and procedures relevant to the position.

• Instruct and demonstrate the skills and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement.

• Assist with developing game strategy and team practices for the Freshmen Basketball team.

• Ensure proper maintenance of all athletics equipment, uniforms, and facilities is adhered to.

• Assist in the implementation of disciplinary policies and emphasize sportsmanship.

• Maintain a safe environment, including facilities, for student-athletes at all times.

• Ensure that medical and safety procedures are followed in the event of an athlete’s injury.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Carondelet Head Varsity Basketball Coach or Director of Athletics. 

Administrative Duties

• Adhere to all financial policies of the school, in regards to collection and disbursement of money, expenses and receipts.

• Maintain and post necessary records and complete required paperwork in a specified time and manner.

• Ensure that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct and eligibility of athletic activities and athletes are explained and followed.

• Participate in special activities, including parent’s night, banquets, award nights, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school or club Basketball and/or college-level coaching experience is preferred. 

• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. 

• Must have knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport. 

• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students. 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

• CPR, First Aid/AED, NFHS Coaching, and other certifications will be required prior to coaching.

• This is a part-time, stipend position, with the expectation of afternoon and evening availability for practices and games.

Terms of Volunteer Participation

Seasonal stipend as per agreement.