25-26 JH Head Boys Basketball Coach

GASTON SCHOOL DISTRICT VACANCY 

JUNIOR HIGH HEAD COACH - BOYS BASKETBALL 

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

THIS SPORT WILL BEGIN JANUARY 5, 2026 AND WILL END IN MARCH 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This position is responsible for coaching 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 team work.  The person selected for this position will be expected to follow directives from the Athletic Director.  Also assist with establishing performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition sport, and encourage all participants to maintain high standards as students, citizens and athletes. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. All Coaches must be at least 21 years of age.
2. Background / Criminal History Clearance and Fingerprint Check.
3. First Aid and CPR Certification.
4. NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching and Oregon State Component Certification.
5. Concussion and steroid training certification.
6. Possess knowledge for teaching appropriate skills and techniques for the sport involved.
7. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with student athletes, district employees, parents and the general public.
8. Ability to help student athletes achieve a high level of athletic skill, an appreciation for the value of discipline, and an increased level of self-esteem.
9. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Follow and maintain knowledge of District policies and procedures relevant to this position. 
2. Maintain appropriate certifications and trainings as required. 
3. Work with the Athletic Director to establish and implement your philosophy and program system.
4. Set a positive example in behavior and sportsmanship for all athletes.
5. Ensure proper cleaning, storage and maintenance of all athletic equipment and uniforms. 
6. Responsible for equipment assigned for that level and make sure team members return all equipment issued and to inventory all equipment at the end of the season. 
7. Notify Athletic Director of any needed repairs to equipment, grounds, or building. 
8. As needed, assist Athletic Director with weekly eligibility of student athletes (grades, discipline, paperwork, etc.)
9. As needed, assist Athletic Director with setting up activities, practices and games/meets as directed.
10. Adhere to all financial policies of the District in regard to fundraisers, the collection and disbursement of money, expenses and receipts.
11. Supervise students in locker rooms at home and away games and enforce appropriate behavior. 
12. Travel and supervise student athletes on the team bus both to and from games.  
13. Care for and supervise all facilities while the team is present and see that all areas are secured and clean when athletes leave. 
14. Ensure that all medical and safety requirements are adhered to. 
15. Complete District accident report for any student injured within 24 hours, even if student athlete does not seek medical attention. 
16. Professionally represent the school and the District during interactions with students, parents, community, staff and the media. 
17. Coaches may be personally responsible for any fines levied against Gaston School District as a result of his/her actions. 
18. Attend work regularly and be punctual. 
19. Maintain loyalty to the district and assume extra duties as deemed necessary. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to walk, run, jump, stretch, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly list and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.  The employee may occasionally climb stairs, ropes or ladders.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.  The employee must have the ability to demonstrate proper techniques and skills needed for athletic participation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard gymnasium and/or other athletic practice and event settings.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid outdoor weather conditions.  The employee may be exposed to bodily fluids and/or blood borne pathogens.

Note:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job.  This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.  The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or position itself) at any time, as it deems advisable.

APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED
• Application
• Two references listed with knowledge of applicant's coaching abilities

Gaston School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For questions, or if further information is needed please contact Linda Smith - smithl@gastonk12.org