Please apply here:https://albiacsd.mysmarthire.com/jobs/26879-5879.htmlA Junior High Girls' Basketball Coach develops fundamental skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork in student-athletes, reporting to the Athletic Director. Key duties include leading practices, planning game strategies, managing team logistics, monitoring academic eligibility, and ensuring student safety. They often prepare players for high school athletics while focusing on development over winning. Key ResponsibilitiesPractice & Game Management: Conduct, plan, and supervise daily practices and games.Instruction: Teach fundamental basketball skills, techniques, and rules appropriate for young athletes.Student Welfare: Monitor academic performance, maintain discipline, and ensure safety, including handling injuries.Team Operations: Organize tryouts, assign positions, manage equipment, and facilitate transportation and logistics.Communication: Maintain professional communication with parents, staff, and athletes. QualificationsExperience: Previous basketball coaching experience, ideally at the youth or high school level.Knowledge: Strong understanding of basketball strategies and rules.Character: Patience and ability to mentor young athletes, fostering a positive, supportive environment.Compliance: Ability to pass background checks, obtain CPR certification, and follow school/district policies.Other DutiesOrganize fundraisers and end-of-season banquets.Scout opposing teams or assist Varsity/JV coaches as needed.Supervise athletes during travel, in locker rooms, and before/after games.It is the policy of the Albia Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact:Joellen Swartz, PK-12 Curriculum DirectorProgram Equity CoordinatorALBIA CSDLincoln Center222 N. 2nd St.Albia, Iowa 52531Telephone: 641/932-2161, Ext. 1301