Basketball Coach- Head Coach and Assistant Head Coach

York Academy Regional Charter School

York, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Athletics, Basketball, Business Strategy, Charter Schools, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Diversity, Healthcare, Internet Technology, Leadership, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Pedagogy, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Sports, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
York, PA
POSTED
3 days ago
Description

York Academy is looking for part time Basketball Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches for the upcoming 2026 season. Varsity, JV and Jr High Boys and Jr High Girls positions available. York Academy students have amazing talent and we need equally amazing coaches. Season runs from early August through late October (Monday - Thursday 3:45 - 6:00 PM). We are looking for individuals responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in their selected sport. The position requires thoughtful and respectful interaction with student athletes, fellow coaches, staff, parents and community, and adhering to the mission, vision and values of York Academy Regional Charter School. Positive communication strategies, organizational skills, and safety awareness are key requirements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Clearly and consistently articulates a shared commitment to the IB's mission and philosophy.

2. Demonstrate an awareness of the IB learner profile and commitment to international-mindedness.

3. Plan, organize, and direct a designated York Academy sports program.

4. Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.

5. Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.

6. Develop and coordinate a game schedule with the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) or other sports clubs/entities, as necessary. Partner with school leadership to communicate and distribute schedules to students, staff and the community.

7. Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the sports program; inform Upper School leadership and participants of final selections. Maintain the integrity of the selection process.

8. Recruit, coordinate and manage coaches, as needed, at all defined student levels.

9. Develop and coordinate any off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.

10. Attend informational parent meetings at the beginning of each season for all levels.

11. Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

12. Work directly with school health services and other entities in reporting injuries, teaching precautions and procedures to ensure staff/student safety and help students prevent injuries.

13. Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.

14. Actively support student opportunities to develop, act and reflect on learning outcomes for service.

15. Regularly engage in reflection and demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning and growth.

16. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

Requirements

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, WORK RELATED EXPERIENCES:

1. Bachelor's Degree Preferred

2. Pennsylvania Teaching Certification Required, appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment

3. Knowledge of athletics and PIAA rules and regulations

4. Demonstrated experience in coaching children from diverse backgrounds using culturally responsive pedagogy

5. Knowledge of instructional strategies recommended for International Baccalaureate schools

6. Operational knowledge of the Internet and web-related technologies

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

1. Possesses strong oral and written communication skills in the language of instruction

2. Must possess computer skills

3. Ability to operate office equipment

4. Maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to reach above and below the waist.

2. Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects.

3. Ability to life and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 50 pounds

4. Ability to stand, with some walking, sitting, or moving throughout the school

SENSORY ABILITIES:

1. Visual and auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Subject to inside and outside environment conditions

TEMPERAMENT:

1. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills

2. Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

COGNITIVE ABILITY:

1. Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal

2. Ability to organize tasks

3. Ability to handle multiple tasks

4. Ability to exercise sound judgment

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

1. Must be able to make judgments and work under high levels of stress

2. Must be able to work independently with little direct supervision

3. Must be able to work as part of a team

4. Must be able to display effective multi-tasking and possess time management skills

5. Must be able to demonstrate strong work ethic to achieve York Academy goals

6. Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated and reflective

7. Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating

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York Academy Regional Charter School