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Lakes International Language Academy - Forest Lake, MN
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Girls' High School Basketball Coach at Lakes International Language Academy is responsible for coaching and promoting the athletic program for the girls' basketball team. This seasonal, full-time position involves planning and organizing practices, teaching fundamentals and strategies, ensuring student safety, and fostering a positive sportsmanship environment. The role also includes administrative tasks such as maintaining equipment inventory and ensuring academic eligibility for players.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and teach the fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning for the assigned sport.
- Provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship.
- Ensure adequate supervision for all students involved in the sport.
- Instruct sports participants in safety procedures and the need to report injuries to the coach immediately.
- Implement procedures for handling injury situations and contact emergency personnel when necessary.
- Assist athletes in perfecting their abilities and keeping fit for competition.
- Prepare the team or individual athlete for competition by working out plays and strategies.
- Inspect and prepare equipment and facilities for safety.
- Issue, collect, and maintain inventory of uniforms and sports equipment.
- Reserve playing facilities and schedule practices; establish a schedule to play against other teams.
- Ensure players are academically eligible to participate in school-sponsored sports.
- Comply with the rules and regulations of the Minnesota State High School League.
- Communicate team, school, and district policies to all students.
- Complete reports and forms as required, such as team rosters and performance records.
- Participate in athletic awards programs as required by the school or district.
- Contribute to LILA's inclusive workplace efforts by fostering a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment.
Requirements
- Knowledge of physical fitness and sports safety.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong supervisory skills.
- Ability to motivate others.
- Knowledge of the assigned sport.
- Physically able to carry out the coaching duties of the assigned sport.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous coaching experience.
- State coaching certification.
- CPR certification.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment.
- Engagement in community and student development through sports.
