Head Basketball Coach @ Austin LBJ Early College High School

Teaching Positions Available:  Core/Electives

Reports to: Principal /Athletic Coordinator

How to Apply: Online through Austin ISD and send your resume and a brief synopsis of why you coach, your coaching and your basketball philosophy, and what makes you a candidate to be interviewed.  EMAIL TO  joseph.rauls@austinisd.org with Head LBJ Basketball Coach Candidate - (Your Name) in the subject area

Qualifications:

• Head Coaching Experience Preferred 

• Must hold a Bachelors degree or higher degree, and Texas Teacher Certification 

 • Experience as a basketball coach or assistant coach at the high school or college level preferred.

 • Possess effective coaching techniques and skills.

 • Possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies and techniques of the sport.

 • Able to establish and foster effective working relationships with school administrators, parents and students.

 • Must complete CPR and First Aid, along with Texas High School Coaches concussion and cert requirements.

 Responsibilities: 

• Follow and maintain knowledge of all district, regional and state policies and procedures.

 • Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in the sport.

 • Enforce discipline policies and emphasize sportsmanship and healthy lifestyles.

 • Plan and set up activities, practices, games, summer leagues and camps

 • Maintain a safe environment and facilities for student athletes at all times.

 • Develop appropriate practice plans and schedules.

 • Supervise students in locker rooms, pre and post-practice, at home and away games, and ensure appropriate behaviors.

 • Travel with students athletes on the team, both to and from away games.

 • Ensure proper cleaning, maintenance of equipment and storage facilities.  Provide a yearly inventory of all equipment.

 • Arrange transportation for away games for all levels, includes departure times.

 • Make recommendations regarding the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies.

 • Work with the athletic administrator in preparing practice and game schedules.

 • Maintain necessary proper forms (student previous athletic participation forms, sign in rosters, medical).

 • Maintain necessary records and complete required paperwork in a specified time and manner.

 • Work with the athletic administrator to ensure athletic eligibility.

 • Ensure that appropriate rules and regulations regarding the conduct of athletic activities and athletes are followed.

 • Ensure that medical and safety requirements are followed.

 • Interact with parents, students, staff, opponents, officials and resolve any conflicts in a professional manner.

 • Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries.

 • Professionally represent the school at all athletic functions and interactions with parents, community and staff. 

• Punctual to all practices, games and athletic functions.

 • Monitor academic progress of all team members.

 • Other duties as may be assigned.