Head Basketball Coach

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Job Title: Basketball Head Coach - Responsibilities: - * Plan, organize, and conduct regular practice sessions. - * Develop and implement game strategies and tactics. - * Teach fundamental skills, techniques, and sports rules to student-athletes. - * Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and school-sponsored trips. - * Monitor academic progress and support students in balancing athletics and academics. - * Promote discipline, responsibility, and good sportsmanship among players. - * Ensure compliance with school, district, and state athletic regulations. - * Manage and maintain team equipment and uniforms. - * Collaborate with the athletic director on scheduling, budget, and facility use. - * Maintain open communication with parents and guardians. - * Provide mentorship and guidance to student-athletes on personal development and college opportunities. - * Enforce all school policies and codes of conduct. - * Perform other job-related duties as assigned. - Preferred Qualifications: - * Head coaching experience in the assigned or a closely related sport at the high school level. - * Experience mentoring youth and fostering a positive team culture. - * Familiarity with academic eligibility requirements for student-athletes. - * Knowledge, skills, and abilities: - + Knowledge of the sport's rules, techniques, and safety practices. - + Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills. - + Ability to collaborate with school staff, parents, and community partners. - + Ability to work evenings, weekends, and during school breaks as needed. - Minimum Qualifications: - * Valid Florida teaching certificate or valid Department of Education athletic coaching certificate. - * Valid FHSAA certification. - * Valid adult and child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. - * Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. - * Valid Florida driver's license. - Revised: 03/23/2026 - Adoption: 10/07/2025