Payette High School - Boys Basketball Head Coach

The Payette School District has the following opening for the 2024-2025 school year:

Boys’ Head Basketball Coach – Payette High School

QUALIFICATIONS

Idaho Teaching Certification preferred

American Sport Education Program Certification, or National Federation of Interscholastic Coaches Association Certification

Certification in first aid and CPR

Demonstrated knowledge of Basketball, sports training, conditioning, injury prevention, kinesiology, management, and the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Related experience as determined by the Board

Ability to foster and sustain students' interest in the activity and promote skill development

Possess good organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work well with students, parents, and colleagues

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO

Building Principal and Athletics Director

JOB SUMMARY

To motivate and develop each athletes’ skills, attitudes, and habits that will guide them toward success, personal growth, and good character. To provide examples of fair play, team building, and respect. Provide leadership and motivation to excel.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with Student-Athletes

Attend all tryouts, practice meetings, and in-school events, and supervise students during related field trips and other out-of-school functions

Organize practice schedules and game rosters

Assign positions to players, and develop strategies and styles of play

Attend out-of-school meetings, supervise fundraisers, and help students prepare for competitions

Coach individual participants of varying abilities in the skills necessary for achievement in Basketball

Track student performance throughout the season and develop stat sheets on players

Arrange with the athletics and activities director for any necessary transportation

Ensure the safety of the students and maintain responsibility for the security of equipment and facilities and ensure that safety equipment is used correctly

Cooperate with high school bookkeeper regarding proper fundraising, ordering supplies and maintain proper account management following bookkeeping guidelines.

Comply with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to medical procedures and student-athletes, including the district’s concussion policy

Ensure that students are eligible to participate, have sufficient grades and that they have had any necessary physical examinations

Actively promote the athletic program, seek student participation, and select team members

Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and remain professional, even when tension is high

Maintain high standards of conduct for student-athletes, including respect and fair play

Abide by the rules of the Idaho High School Activities Association Handbook

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Positions are open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval, and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening (if required for the position). Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.