Community Education Travel Girls Basketball Coach (5th-8th)

Lake Forest High School is seeking a Community Education Travel Girls Basketball Coach (5th-8th). Description: Lake Forest Community Education Program is seeking positive, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic coaches for its Girls Travel Basketball Program serving student-athletes in grades 5�8. The Travel Girls Basketball Coach is responsible for providing a positive, competitive, and developmentally appropriate basketball experience.

Coaches will focus on developing fundamental basketball skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and a love for the game while creating an environment where student-athletes can grow both individually and as members of a team. Coaches are expected to serve as positive role models and represent the Lake Forest Community Education Program and the Lake Forest community with professionalism, integrity, and sportsmanship.

Qualifications

All coaches must hold an Illinois Teaching Certificate registered in Lake County, ASEP certificate (American Sport Education Program) or have completed an approved national Federation of High Schools (NFHS) coaching certification program. Prior experience playing and coaching basketball is preferred.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates excellence in creating, supporting, and managing meaningful experiences for student-athletes Maintains the ability to make rational, sound decisions under stressful conditions Interacts and communicates effectively, professionally, and transparently with a variety of audiences (parents, staff, and students) Communicates and enforces clear expectations for athlete conduct and accountability Ensures active supervision of student-athletes during all team events and transit - to proactively manage a safe and respectful environment Operates strictly within school policies and implements regulations developed by the district Abides by the LFHS Athletic Code of Conduct at all times Salary and Benefits: Per 2023-2028 LFEA CBA.

No additional benefits associated with this position Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application . For additional information, please contact the Athletic Director, Mr. Tim Burkhalter at tburkhalter@lfschools.net. To learn more about Lake Forest High School, visit our website at www.

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