Job Description

Reports to: Athletic Director

About Traders Point:  

• IHSAA member
• Grades 5th through 6th Sports compete in the IISL (Indianapolis Independent School League)
• Traders Point Christian Schools is a Christ-centered community that values academic excellence, character development, and athletic achievement. We are committed to instilling a love for the game and fostering leadership skills in our student-athletes.

Job Summary:

Traders Point Christian Schools is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Junior High Head Basketball Coach. The ideal candidate will have a passion for coaching, a strong understanding of the game, and a commitment to developing young athletes both on and off the field. 

Qualifications:  

• The ideal candidate should have previous coaching and/or playing experience.
• Experience in constructing a program from the ground up and knowledge of IHSAA rules and procedures are highly desired.
• All applicants should agree and abide by our Athletic Purpose Statement, which reads: Traders Point Christian Schools is committed to developing and maintaining an athletic program that is Christ-centered, comprehensive, and competitive, and allows each athlete a unique venue to be a witness for Christ by using his or her God-given talent to move and play.
• Previous coaching experience at the high school level or higher. 
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to motivate and inspire student-athletes. 
• Knowledge of current basketball techniques, rules, and strategies. 
• Great fundraising skills
• Works great in recruiting/maintaining retention with TPCS student/athletes
• Must pass a background check and comply with coaching requirements. 

Responsibilities: 

• Overseeing and encouraging the spiritual development of student-athletes.
• Proactively communicating with parents and staff in regard to schedules, etc.
• Teaching and coaching the fundamentals of the sport, good sportsmanship, leadership, respect for teachers and adults, fair play, the importance of academics, and relating to and inspiring confidence in students.
• Organizing initial team meetings and establishing team rules, procedures, and policies in writing as approved by the Athletic Director.
• Ensure that student-athletes are compliant and academically eligible
• Abiding by and enforcing TPCA policies on tobacco, alcohol, and drugs.
• Supervising regular practice sessions and games, and is responsible for the conduct of participants at practice, games (before, during, after), and while traveling as a member of the team.
• Supervising athletes until the last student leaves the contest.
• Responsible for attending required organizational and rules meetings.
• Responsible for ensuring the facility is secure at the close of each practice and/or game.
• Report all accidents/injuries to the Athletic Trainer & Athletic Director, and/or administrator.
• Attends coaches’ meetings when called or scheduled.
• Follow established school procedures for securing necessary equipment and uniforms for the team, and securing approval of the Athletic Director before ordering.
• Responsible for the distribution, care, cleaning, and inventory of all uniforms and equipment at the beginning and end of each season. Equipment inventory should be received by the Athletic Director within one month of the season’s completion.
• Planning team year-end banquet and submitting: the criterion used and list of letter winners, season record, a list of student-athletes receiving special awards or recognition, and program needs for the following season.
• Submit pre-season & season practice schedules (& game schedules, if necessary) to the Athletic Director one season prior to the start of the commencement of the season. 
• Submit the initial roster to the Athletic Director before the first practice and notify the Administrative Assistant of any changes as the season progresses.
• Reports all game results to the Athletic Director within 24 hours of the contest finish.
• Annually completing the Concussion Training and submitting the certificate AD before 1st practice. 
• Develop a system to annually evaluate Assistant Coaches with the Varsity Head Coach. 
• Develop and implement a comprehensive basketball program. 
• Plan and conduct practice sessions, game strategies, and conditioning. 
• Foster a positive and competitive team culture, emphasizing sportsmanship and character. 
• Mentor and guide players in their athletic, spiritual, and personal growth.
• Collaborate with the varsity head coach and other coaches for program improvement. 
• Organize team events, fundraising, and community outreach initiatives.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of student-athletes during practices and games. 
• Communication skills with parents, players, staff, and school employees are essential

This is a part-time, 1099 Contractor, stipend position.

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