Middle School Basketball Coach Description

MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL COACH
(Volunteer, 2 – 5 hours per week)
$325 Stipend for the season or
Volunteer and your child will play for free
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
THE POSITION:
Sunrise Recreation and Park District is accepting applications for Middle School Basketball Coaches. The
normal work schedule will vary between 2 and 5 hours per week and may include evening and weekend work
and performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL AND IMPORTANT DUTIES:
• Serve as a positive role model to the players and parents
• Teach skills through effectively planned practices at a level appropriate for each member of the team
• Condition athletes appropriately for activities requiring endurance, strength and agility
• Responsible for all aspects of directing the team’s practice and play in games
• Teach sportsmanship, cooperation, work ethic and responsibility to one’s team
• Monitor players personal conduct during games
• Manage equipment
• Performs related duties as required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work well with children of various ages; basic knowledge of basketball; willingness to learn and
follow District rules and guidelines regarding youth sports; prior coaching experience is helpful but not
required.
Education/experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required
knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
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Previous experience in coaching children in some type of sport
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary
for successful coaching performance
Apply to:
Sunrise Recreation and Park District
7801 Auburn Boulevard
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Phone:
Fax:
(916) 725-0186
(916) 725-2541
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Application Required