Summary
Kittitas Secondary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our athletic program as an Assistant Coach for the Middle School Girls Basketball team. This seasonal position is ideal for someone passionate about youth sports and committed to fostering a positive and competitive environment for student-athletes. The Assistant Coach will work closely with the Head Coach to develop players' skills, promote teamwork, and ensure a rewarding experience for all participants.

Responsibilities
- Assist the Head Coach in planning and implementing daily practices and game strategies.
- Provide instruction on basketball fundamentals, techniques, and rules of the game.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating team culture that encourages sportsmanship and teamwork.
- Help manage team logistics, including communication with players and parents regarding schedules, transportation, and other important information.
- Monitor and support the academic and personal development of student-athletes, ensuring they maintain a balance between sports and education.
- Attend all practices, games, and team meetings, providing support and guidance to players.
- Collaborate with the Head Coach to evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Promote the values of respect, integrity, and hard work both on and off the court.
- Assist in organizing team events, including fundraisers and community service activities.

Requirements
- Previous experience playing or coaching basketball
- Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, game strategies, and coaching techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with student-athletes, parents, and staff.
- Ability to motivate and inspire young athletes to achieve their best both individually and as a team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to promoting a positive and safe athletic environment.
- First Aid/CPR certification is preferred but not required.
- Must pass a background check in accordance with school district policies.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends during the basketball season.

- Coaching courses as needed (WIAA)

COACHES/ADVISORS EXPECTATIONS

1. Coaches/advisors are accountable to the highest standard of honesty and integrity. All practices/preparations for activities should be consistent with the rules of the game and the educational purpose of Kittitas School District. Coaches/advisors will stress balance between academics and activities recognizing that activities are subordinate to academics. Coaches/advisors will be responsible to ensure that all W.I.A.A. rules and regulations are complied with.

2. Coaches/advisors have the primary concern for the health, safety, and personal welfare of each athlete/participant. The athlete’s/participant’s education is also held foremost.

3. Coaches/advisors will treat all persons with dignity and respect, providing a model of fair play and good sportsmanship.

4. Coaches/advisors are responsible for assisting participants in acquiring the necessary fundamental skills, rules and knowledge of their activity as well as promoting desirable personal and social traits.

5. Coaches/advisors will observe the letter and the intent of the rules of their activity and insist that participants and teams under their direction do the same.

6. Coaches/advisors shall not use profanity or abusive language.

7. Coaches/advisors will perform their duties on the basis of careful preparation, ensuring that their instruction is current and accurate. They shall use practices for which they are qualified and continually acquire new knowledge and skills.

8. Head coaches/advisors will be responsible for the full program beginning with the initial meeting at the start of the season. They will provide opportunities for parent involvement and will promote the activity through summer camps/activities and involvement through scheduling.

9. Coaches/advisors will communicate effectively with athletes, participants, parents, community and administration, including pre-season parent meetings.

10. Coaches/advisors will use positive reinforcement, while emphasizing that a commitment to hard work is critical to activity achievement.

11. Coaches/advisors will recognize contributions of all players/participants whether starters or back-ups and emphasize that all team members are important to the achievement of team goals.

12. Coaches/advisors will support other coaches/advisors and programs and encourage student participation in other sports.

13. Coaches/advisors will teach fair play, team play, tolerance, and an appreciation of parents, officials and the other team’s players/participants and coaches/advisors.

14. As a coach/advisor in the Kittitas School District, you represent your school, your community, your team and yourself in an activity sponsored by the Kittitas School District.

15. Coaches/advisors may promulgate rules and regulations applicable to their individual activity or team, provided they are not inconsistent with the provisions of the Code. Additional rules or regulations must be approved by the principal. Any additional rules and regulations must be in writing and on file in the school office.

16. Coaches will hold parent meetings to cover the activities code and expectations in each sport prior to student participating.

Kittitas School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim Praino, Superintendent (509) 955-3120 tim_praino@ksd403.org; Title IX Coordinator: Brady Widner, Athletic Director, (509)955-3140 , brady_widner@ksd403.org; Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Jenny LaFrenier, Elementary Principal/Special Services, (509) 955-3120, jenny_lafrenier@ksd403.org.

MS Girls Basketball Assistant Coach