Livermore Valley Joint Unified Schools·Livermore, California
The coach is responsible for planning and conducting daily practices and leading the 7th-grade girls' basketball team during competitions. They must ensure student safety, monitor academic progress, and foster an inclusive environment focused on character development.
ATHLETIC COACH ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The athletic coach instructs athletes in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes self-discipline, character development, and school pride.
They report directly to the Athletic Director and ensure all activities comply with district, state, and conference regulations.
Key Responsibilities & Duties Practice & Game Management: Plan, organize, and conduct daily practices and lead the team during competitions, including weekend tournaments.
Skill Development: Teach fundamental and advanced skills, strategies, and proper conditioning to optimize performance.
Safety & Supervision: Ensure the safety of student-athletes by supervising them at all times, including practices, games, locker rooms, and on travel.
Academic & Behavioral Monitoring: Monitor the academic progress and conduct of student-athletes, emphasizing that "student" comes before "athlete".
Maintain clear communication with parents, staff, administration, and the media regarding schedules and expectations.
Equipment &
Logistics: Maintain an inventory of uniforms and equipment, and assist with facility preparation.
Act as a positive role model, fostering good sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play.
The candidate must be able to instruct athletes in sport-specific rules and techniques while complying with district and state regulations. They are expected to act as a positive role model and maintain clear communication with parents and administration.
Market context
In California, 7th grade girls basketball coaching roles are often tied to school-year hiring cycles and program needs, especially where districts are building or sustaining middle school athletics. Competition can be strong because schools look for coaches who can teach fundamentals, manage team culture, and communicate clearly with parents and administrators while staying aligned with district and state rules. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your coaching experience and availability match the school calendar before applying.
