Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Elijah House Academy, 6627 Jahnke Rd, Richmond, VA 23225

Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Position Summary :

The assistant coach position is filled by someone who believes in and embodies our philosophy of education such that his or her coaching cultivates within students a love for the sport. The assistant coach will be responsible for helping the head coach in developing a mastery of the content, relevant skill sets, and habits needed to develop such a love within the players.

Position Reporting Responsibility :

This is a part-time position reporting directly to the Athletic Coordinator

Position Requirements / Qualifications :

Anyone who is seeking this position at EHA must :

• Agree with the EHA statement of religious beliefs
• Embody EHA's mission, vision, core values and philosophy of education
• Prioritize relationships through effective communication and collaboration within our diverse community
• Experience as a head coach and as a player (preferable)
• First aid and CPR certification or eligibility for certification

Position Skills :

Position Work Schedule

Position Compensation

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

○ Assist Head Coach in supervision of all practices and games of EHA Winter Season

○ Assist Head Coach in supervision of student athletes after school when at games or when on the road to games

○ Assist Head Coach in supervision of the student athletes when waiting for pickup for rides home

○ In conjunction with the Head Coach and Athletic Director plan goals for the teams

○ Assist Head Coach to create plans for individual skill development, team concepts, team drills, etc.

○ Review athletic scheduling with Head Coach to ensure you can attend and supervise all games and practices

○ Coordinate with Head Coach to plan for athletic award ceremonies

○ Assist in coordinating and executing transportation for all basketball team travel, including travel dates, number traveling, and departure and return times

○ Work with Head Coach and AD on recruitment strategies to get players to come to EHA

○ Be present or arrange for a substitute to be present at all games and practices

○ Work with the Head Coach to coordinate duties for all home games including ticket and concession salesman, bookkeeper, ball boys, etc.

○ Arrange for the availability of first aid kits at all practices and games

○ Encourage and instruct athletes, students, and fans in good sportsmanship

○ Assist in reporting and documenting all athletic injuries.

○ Assist in making sure that stat books and records are up to date and accurate

○ Work with the Head Coach to promote and model good sportsmanship and maintain an active program that welcomes

competing teams, guests, and game officials.

○ Work with the Head Coach to keep supplies, equipment, and uniforms in satisfactory condition, and communicate the need for new and replacement supplies, equipment, and uniforms when necessary.

○ Inspect all athletic areas for cleanliness and the proper storage of all athletic supplies, equipment, and uniforms.

○ Help to oversee the return of all equipment, unused supplies, and uniforms using a checklist at the end of the season.