Description Job Title: Middle School Boys Basketball Coach Position Type: Non-faculty, Staff, Non-exempt, Part-time Reports to: Assistant Athletic Director Salary Range: $2,000 - $2,500 Stipend Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount Program Location: Redmond, WA Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students? Are you passionate about basketball and helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and character? Are you looking for an opportunity to serve in a Christian community united around a common mission? Read on to learn more about Bear Creek! The Role The Bear Creek School is currently seeking a Middle School Boys Basketball Coach to join our athletics team! The coach will help provide a positive and developmentally appropriate basketball experience for our middle school student-athletes, with an emphasis on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character. Why you should work at The Bear Creek School. Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to our mission and to supporting the growth of our students. As a member of our athletics team, you will have the opportunity to use your love of basketball to mentor students, build confidence, and contribute to a positive team culture. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Work with the Athletics Director to create a comprehensive approach to all program elements at Bear Creek in grades K - 12 • Maintain compliance with the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA), Emerald Sound Conference, and The Bear Creek School • Plan and organize all practice sessions in advance • Provide instruction and training in the fundamentals of the sport/activity • Supervise the team during all team activities including travel • Effectively communicate with Athletics Department, players, parents, colleagues, and league members • Maintain, inventory, and submit requests for any facility or equipment needs • Represent the school and its community in a professional manner • Promote the athletics program within the school and community • Actively teach and promote sportsmanship, fair play, and character development in the program and ensure that all team members and spectators uphold a high standard of conduct at all times Supervisory Responsibilities • None Supervisory Responsibilities • None Requirements • High school diploma • Some coaching experience preferred, but not required • Compliance with WIAA and Bear Creek requirements prior to beginning of sports season • Holds CPR/AED/First Aid certification (with epinephrine autoinjector supplement ) or obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date • Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer (sponsorship is not available for this position) Critical Performance Competencies • Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization • Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others • Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas • Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different, or changing requirements • Maintain confidentiality and security of information • Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results • Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks • Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct Physical Requirements • Requires standing for long periods of time • Requires lifting and moving of items upwards of 50 pounds • Able to make visual and auditory evaluation of athletes’ performances • Work in a climate-controlled office with travel outdoors between buildings