Birney K-8 - Appendix B - Girls Basketball Coach; EXTERNAL

Birney K-8 - Appendix B - Girls Basketball Coach (EXTERNAL)

Position Type:

Athletics/Activities/Activity Sponsor

Date Posted:

9/5/2025

Location:

District Wide Athletics

District:

 Southfield Public Schools  Additional Information:
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Position Title:

Girls Middle School Basketball Coach

Reports To:

Building Principal/Athletic Director

Salary: $1,600.00 Stipend per the SEA CBA

Start Date/End Date:
September 2, 2025 - November 1, 2025

Position Summary:

The Middle School Girls' Basketball Coach is responsible for teaching, guiding, and mentoring students in grades 5-8 in the fundamentals of basketball, promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, while ensuring a safe and positive athletic experience. The coach will plan and lead practices, develop game strategies, and foster the personal and athletic development of student-athletes.

Key Responsibilities:

* Plan, organize, and supervise all practices, games, and team events.

* Teach the fundamentals of basketball, including rules, techniques, and strategies, appropriate to the developmental level of students in grades 5-8.

* Consistently model and promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, and mutual respect. Treat every player with dignity, fostering a strong sense of self-worth and belonging, while upholding respect for opponents, officials, and spectators always.

* Always ensure the safety and well-being of all players, including proper conditioning, warm-up, and supervision.

* Develop and communicate clear expectations for student-athletes and maintain discipline according to school and athletic department policies.

* Work collaboratively with the Middle School Athletic Director to manage team schedules, equipment, facilities, and transportation or any other needs.

* Maintain open and timely communication with parents, athletes, and school staff regarding team matters.

* Ensure all participants meet eligibility, academic, and attendance requirements.

* Model professional behavior, integrity, and ethical coaching standards always.

* Support player development by ensuring every athlete has an opportunity to play in every game

* Comply with all school district, league, and athletic association rules and regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements:

* Knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, and techniques.

* Ability to effectively teach and motivate young athletes at varying skill levels. Teaching the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, rebounding and the concepts of defense.

* Ability to prepare for game preparation with set plays, structured offense/defense
* "Ability to effectively demonstrate proper skills and drills to athletes.

* Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and community.

* Demonstrates the ability to inspire confidence in student-athletes by fostering positive emotions such as enthusiasm, joy, and excitement, which contribute to enhanced performance and overall team morale.

* Must pass all required background checks

* Prior coaching experience, particularly with youth or middle school athletes.