Job Description
Job Requirements
POSITION SUMMARY
The Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach leads and manages the school’s basketball program with a commitment to excellence in athletic, academic, and spiritual development. The coach will foster a Christ-centered team culture, teach sport fundamentals and strategy, and represent Sioux Falls Lutheran School with integrity on and off the court.
REQUIREMENTS
Educational Level: BA/BS Education (preferred)
Experience: High school head coaching experience desired.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Eye-hand coordination, physical dexterity, the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk and sit. Exposure to body fluids, communicable diseases. Travel between locations can cause exposure to hazardous driving and walking conditions.
Other Requirements: Fundamentals of Coaching or Equivalent (must be completed one time); First Aid Health and Safety (renew every 2 years); Concussion in Sports (renew annually); Heat Illness Prevention (renew annually)
REPORTS TO AND RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Athletic Director
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
In everything you do and say, represent God, Sioux Falls Lutheran School, and yourself in a Christian manner. Believe in the mission and vision of SFLS and work to help further it.
Instruct athletes individually or in groups regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
Organize and execute an effective practice.
Assign duties to assistant coaches as necessary.
Determine athlete participation during practices and games, including squad level and playing time, in conjunction with assistant coach(es) at the respective level.
Monitor student athletes' academic performance to ensure eligibility requirements are met.
Positively promote the athletic program within the school and community.
Communicate verbally and electronically with athletes, parents/guardians, and school administration in an effective manner.
Assist in the selection of assistant coaches.
Work with the Athletic Director in:
Ensuring student athletes complete necessary physical examinations and consent forms according to SDHSAA and SFLS guidelines.
Scheduling practices and competitions
Arranging for out-of-town trips
Organizing off season clinics and camps
Fundraising and merchandising
Ensure supervision of student athletes on the court, in training/conditioning facilities, and in locker rooms during and following periods of team participation.
Maintain eligibility forms, medical history forms, consent forms, and other related records.
Care for athletes and injured athletes.
Follow procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, uniforms, and supplies.
Operate within the policies of the SDHSAA.
Keep informed on new information and techniques for designated sport and participate in respective clinics.
Help select representatives for a parent council each athletic season.
Model Christ-centered leadership on and off the court, represent Sioux Falls Lutheran, and demonstrate how to honor God through sport.
Train competition-ready skills and knowledge of the game of basketball
Develop confidence and perseverance in training and competition
Build a team culture marked by servanthood and encouragement
Help guide the development of our youth basketball programs
Coaches are expected to commit to our 3D coaching values by:
Participating in Coaching Huddles 2x/month, yearly
Preparing 3D goals and strategies for their program
Assessing results and learning with support and accountability
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates are invited to email their resume, cover letter, and two letters or reference to Mrs. Debbie Pankow (dpankow@sflutheranschool.com). Please include “Varsity Girls Basketball Coach” in the subject line.