Job Description:
East Hills Middle School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to serve as an Assistant Coach for our middle school girls basketball program. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading student-athletes in developing skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game while ensuring a safe and positive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and conduct team practices, conditioning sessions, and game preparation.
Teach sport-specific skills, rules, and strategies appropriate to the level of competition.
Manage game-day operations, including strategy, substitutions, and team leadership.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes at all times.
Promote academic achievement, positive behavior, and sportsmanship among team members.
Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, and administration.
Maintain athletic equipment and facilities and ensure compliance with all school and district policies.
Qualifications:
Prior coaching or playing experience in the applicable sport preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to positively mentor and motivate students of varying ability levels.
Requirements:
Compensation:
Stipend based on district athletic pay scale.
EQUAL RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES POLICY
As an equal rights and opportunities agency, the Bethlehem Area School District will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected classification. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
