Letters of application are being accepted for the position of junior varsity basketball coach for the 2024-25 school year. All applicants must be familiar with educational and safety standards of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, DESE www.doe.mass.edu, the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association, MIAA www.miaa.net and the Pioneer Valley Interscholastic Athletic Conference, PVIAC www.pviac.net. Applicants must have the ability to coach, mentor and instruct on all aspects of the sport and have the ability to work with young adults. Applicants must have the ability to use sound judgment, maintain dignified behavior, maintain team discipline and establish favorable relationships with players, other coaches, game officials and spectators is expected. All junior varsity coaches are responsible to the principal and report through the varsity coach and athletic director.
McCann Athletics Mission - to provide positive athletic experiences for our student athletes that emphasize teamwork, discipline, citizenship, and sportsmanship. McCann athletic programs value the lessons learned and the character developed, through participation in team sports rather than winning contests or championships.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of instructional techniques and individual learning styles.
- Completion of the MIAA sponsored or approved coaches education course of study.
- Completion of the on-line course “Concussion in Sports – What you need to Know”.
- Knowledge of sport and competitive standards.
- Possess an understanding of human physiology, growth and development.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association standards.
- Knowledge of district concussion and related policies and regulations.
- Must be CPR/AED certified.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.