Head Boys Basketball Coach

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Head Coach

Date Posted:
4/5/2022

Location:
Foley Activities Department

Coach, Boys Basketball, Head Varsity – Foley Public Schools ISD 51
Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Job Summary:
We are looking for a positive, high energy and committed individual to join our coaching staff. A Head Coach will fulfill responsibilities of the position in accordance with the MSHSL and school district guidelines as directed by the Activities Director. The Head Coach plays an important role in instructing student participants in the individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary for student-athletes to realize a degree of individual and team success. Employment in the Foley School District is preferred, but not required.

Foley High School is looking for coaches who possess the following:

Previous high school coaching experience preferred – preferably as a head coach or varsity assistant
Ability to motivate and direct student-athletes in an educationally-based atmosphere
Knowledge of fundamentals and skill development in all levels and areas of basketball
Ability to connect, motivate and support participants and assistant coaches throughout the entire program
Strong skills and experience with communication techniques and conflict resolution
Demonstrated positive communications with parents, athletes, officials, community, and administration
Provide direction, partnership and communication with youth programs for overall program development and youth program structure
Focus on promoting leadership in the program and community
Dedication to a culture and vision that promotes furthering the benefits of co-curricular activities and well-rounded student-athletes
The ability to collaborate and partner supportively with the entire Foley Public Schools team of coaches and advisors in all programs
Views success not just as winning, but as helping team members reach their goals
Orientation toward continuous improvement
Maintenance of active membership in related professional organizations
Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruct students in fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to achieve a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of moral values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline, and self-confidence.
Responsible for all matters pertaining to the organization, administration and coaching program. Enforce all rules of the district and the Minnesota State High School League.
Responsible for ensuring students complete and turn in their eligibility forms, sports physicals, and activity fees to the Activities Office prior to the athlete beginning practice. Assure that players and coaches under his/her jurisdiction understand the training rule policy.
Cooperate with the administration, Activities Director, fellow coaches, and students to promote the best interests of the entire activities program.
Schedule meetings to coordinate coaching methods at different levels; help in assisting the Activities Director in assigning duties to all assistant coaches; and assist the Activities Director in determining the success of the lower level programs.
Conform to activities department policy in ordering equipment and supplies for the sport involved.
Prepare a roster of all team members and have it to the Activities Office one week prior to the first contest.
Assume responsibility for conduct of contestants in sport involved.
Accompany and supervise the team to and from all contests.
Plan and supervise all practice sessions, including the weight room, locker room, etc.
Conform to school policy in handling injuries; report all serious injuries immediately to the Activities Director.
Head coaches are encouraged to work with student athletes in the off-season by offering weight room and agility training, practice drills, camp, or scrimmage opportunities.

This position is open until filled.

Please contact Activities Director Dean Dahmen about possible teaching openings.

Qualified applicants can submit a cover letter, resume and three current letters of recommendation through AppliTrack.