Position Type: Seasonal Coaching Position
Reports To: Athletic Director and Building Principal
Start Date: Immediately upon appointment
Position Summary
Bland County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, positive, and student-centered individual to serve as the Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing student-athletes both on and off the court by promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, academic success, and personal growth while maintaining a competitive basketball program.
Essential Responsibilities
The Middle School Girls Basketball Coach shall:
- Plan and supervise all practices, games, and team activities.
- Teach basketball fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful team culture.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes.
- Promote academic achievement and appropriate student conduct.
- Maintain communication with players, parents, administrators, and the Athletic Director.
- Comply with all Virginia High School League (VHSL), Virginia Department of Education, and Bland County Public Schools policies and procedures.
- Supervise students during practices, games, travel, and other team-related activities.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and inventoried.
- Attend required coaches' meetings and professional development.
- Model professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct at all times.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- Knowledge of the game of basketball and coaching techniques.
- Previous coaching and/or playing experience preferred.
- Ability to motivate and mentor middle school student-athletes.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and community members.
Applicants must:
- Meet all School Board employment requirements.
- Successfully complete all required background checks.
- Complete all required VHSL and BCPS coaching certifications and training.
- Maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or obtain upon hire if required).
Expectations
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to:
- Student safety and welfare.
- Good sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
- Professional communication.
- Compliance with BCPS Athletic Department policies.
- Appropriate use of technology and social media.
- Positive representation of Bland County Public Schools at all times.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Bland County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.