The Cornerstone Christian School
EXPECTATIONS OF HEAD COACHES
Each Head Coach at The Cornerstone Christian School is directly responsible to
the Athletic Director. The Head Coach will:
1. Ensure welfare and safety of all athletes under his/her direction; teaching the fundamentals of
physical conditioning and the game of basketball are critical to this responsibility. This
coach and staff should be well versed in the care and prevention of athletic injuries. The
Head Coach should have current First Aid and/or CPR certification.
2. Be trained annually in concussion prevention through the school.
3. Ensure that all students are always supervised by an adult during all school-related activities
and will not be left unattended, per the school’s safety policies.
4. Coordinate basketball program and while leading, managing and guiding the assistant
coach(es).
5. Stay up-to-date with current knowledge and trends in high school basketball. The methods
and techniques that are implemented and taught should indicate an understanding of young
athletes.
6. Responsible for cleanliness of gym and equipment, coordinating with other coach(es).
7. Responsible for abiding by the rules and regulations of the league and with the school.
8. Work with the Athletic Director to make sure that all participants are eligible – physical
exams and insurance forms are on file. Also works with AD and Head of School making
sure that academic performance of each athlete is emphasized and that their on and off the
court behavior is responsible and conducive to good citizenship and Christian witness.
9. Work for the total athletic program. Maintain a good rapport with the faculty and the athletic
staff. He/she should encourage student participation in other sports and activities.
10. Be directly responsible for the inventory of uniforms and equipment at the end of the season
and the proper storage thereof.
11. Ensure that keys entrusted to coaches and assistant coaches are to only be used by them for
the express purpose of fulfilling their coaching roles. Keys are not to be lent to other adults or
students without the written permission of the Athletic Director.
12. Return all keys to the Athletic Director within one week of the athletic season’s close.