Duval County Public Schools - Jacksonville, FL
posted 25 days ago
Part-time - Entry Level
Jacksonville, FL
Educational Services
About the position
The JV Head Boys Basketball Coach at Paxon School for Advanced Studies is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the basketball program, ensuring compliance with district policies and athletic regulations. This part-time position involves coaching, supervising players, and promoting the overall athletic program while fostering a positive environment for student-athletes.
Responsibilities
- Announce and enforce rules pertaining to conditioning of players and training rules affecting health and safety.
- Attend mandatory FHSAA rules clinics and Gateway Conference meetings, and pursue professional development through coaching clinics.
- Cooperate with the athletic director to establish physical examinations and ensure all necessary forms are completed for team members.
- Conduct and supervise at least one fundraising activity for the sport.
- Ensure team supervision at all times, including locker room supervision and post-practice pick-up of athletes.
- Know and enforce rules and regulations required by Title IX, FHSAA, and the Duval County School Board.
- Monitor academic progress of each team member weekly.
- Organize practice and game responsibilities, providing clear duties for coaching staff.
- Report injuries to the athletic trainer and complete necessary documentation, ensuring proper medical clearance for injured players before participation.
- Support and actively participate in improving the athletic program and the overall educational program of the schools.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Previous experience preferred as an athletic coach or in the coaching arena
- Completion of required athletic coaching courses including First Aid, CPR, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and Concussion in Sports (NFHS courses), AED training, and Florida Department of Education Certificate (Athletic Coaching)
- Knowledge of the sport and associated strategies
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong creative problem-solving skills
- Strong time management skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to conduct staff meetings and manage all tryouts, practices, team meetings, and athletic contests for the sport
- Ability to be a role model for student-athletes and motivate them to perform their best.
Benefits
- Part-time position with a monthly salary of up to $2,468.
