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KIPP Capital Region

Athletic Coach - High School Girls Junior Varsity (JV) Basketball

5 days ago

Albany

Job Description KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive. We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together. Position Overview The Athletic Coach is responsible for leading a team of student athletes, developing and implementing training programs, and promoting a culture of excellence within the athletic department. This individual will work closely with the Director of Athletics to achieve program goals, maintain a safe and supportive environment for student-athletes, and adhere to school policies and regulations. Duties & Responsibilities • Instruction and Leadership: Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team achievement in their designated sport(s)., • Program Development: Develop and implement comprehensive training programs and practice schedules to enhance team performance and athlete development, as well as the creation and execution of game and meet strategies., • Game Strategy: Create and execute game/meet strategy and implement fundamentals to achieve competitive success., • Staff Management: Collaborate with the Director of Athletics to hire, evaluate, and support additional coaching staff members for all program teams., • Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms, with updated inventories., • Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork in a timely manner., • Health and Safety: Ensure proper medical forms and current records are obtained and maintained., • Student Supervision: Supervise students at home and away games, ensuring appropriate behavior and adherence to school policies., • Reporting and Communication:, • Finalize roster reports and submit attendance records to the Director of Athletics for mandated reporting; report game/meet results, ejections, and disqualifications to the Director of Athletics; and communicate regularly with families of student-athletes., • Submit completed injury reports to the Director of Athletics, School Leader, and School Nurse., • Report game/meet results, as well as any ejections and disqualifications, to the Director of Athletics., • Family Communication: Communicate and collaborate with the families of student-athletes regarding progress and expectations., • Problem Reporting: Report any problems or situations to the Director of Athletics promptly., • Policy Enforcement: Enforce all school policies during both home and away events., • Perform other duties as outlined by the Director of Athletics., • Committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students together., • Complies with all charter, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services, • High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Physical Education, Sports Management, or a related is preferred., • 2+ years experience as an Educator or Athletic Coach at various levels of teaching and coaching preferred., • Previous coaching experience at the high school level or higher in the respective sport(s)., • Possession of a valid NYSPHSAA coaching certification, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification, or willingness to obtain certification through required training upon hire., • Knowledge of the sport, training techniques, and player development., • Experience working directly with students, preferably in the charter, private, or public school environment., • Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred., • Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours., • Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives., • If currently employed at KIPP Capital Region Schools, the applicant must be in good standing. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, potentially for the duration of practices and games, and to move around the playing field or court. Bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing stairs may also be required., • Must be able to engage in physical activities, including demonstrating skills and drills, and actively participating in practices and games., • Endurance for prolonged standing and physical activity., • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed., • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus., • The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear., • Dexterity requires writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators., • Generous time-off, • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage, • Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match, • Childcare benefits, • Unparalleled work/life Integration, • Casual dress code, • Relocation stipend (conditions apply) KIPP Capital Region offers a High School Girls Junior Varsity (JV) Basketball Athletic Coach $2,500 per season Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire. All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, are part of a close-knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same. Learn more about what it’s like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippalbany.org/join-our-team/ This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY.

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