Call For Application: Assistant Coaches 2023-24 Women’s Junior Academy Ontario

As the national association and governing body for the sport of amateur basketball in Canada, Canada Basketball aspires to lead the growth and development of the game at home and pursue medal performances on the international stage. Canada is recognized as a world leader in all aspects of basketball, striving to consistently reach the podium in FIBA competitions and the Olympic Games.

The Assistant Coaches work with Canada Basketball staff in delivering the Junior Academy curriculum to 40 chosen players born in 2010 and 2011. The program will consist of a one-day open tryout on September 10th, followed by five Saturday/Sunday weekend sessions (September 23/24, October 14/15, November 18/19, December 9/10, March 9/10 and one evening session in April).

The open tryout on September 10th will be used as part of the selection process for coaches. Prior to the tryout, a short list of coaches will be asked to attend the open tryout. You must complete the qualifications below in order to participate. Coaches will then take part in an interview prior to the final selection. The coaching staff will be in place in advance of the first weekend session on Sept 30th.

Please note that selected coaches must commit to being present for all sessions.

Qualifications

Education

● Has started NCCP coach education or willingness to start and complete the required training.
● Complete Safe Sport training (here)
● Complete a background check

Experience

● Possess a knowledge of the technical and tactical aspects of basketball required for U13/14 aged female players.
● Has experience coaching or playing basketball.
● Demonstrates the ability to identify, implement, monitor and grow the podium behaviours required by U13/14 aged female athletes, both on and off the court.
● Possess knowledge of the Long-Term Athlete Development model (LTAD) and understands the best practices for athlete development at the specific stage and age of the U13/14 female players.
● Experience using different methods of positive communication to adapt and respond to changing environments.
● Awareness of BAHD (bulling, abuse, harassment and discrimination) coaching behaviors and has eliminated these practices.
● Has the ability to work as a member of a team of dedicated professionals in the pursuit of common goals.
● Has a demonstrated passion for basketball and working with developing players.

Responsibilities
Athletes, Integrated Support Team, and Staff

● Foster a high-performance culture in all facets of the team environment. Be a transformational coach in the lives of the players.
● Work with Canada Basketball staff in running effective practices and off court sessions.
● Develop athletes in line with the Canada Basketball style of play.
● Contribute to the development of Individual Performance Plans for athletes, in collaboration with the Canada Basketball staff and Integrated Support Team.
● Evaluate the progress of athletes throughout the Junior Academy season and track and monitor prospective Junior Academy athletes in their respective daily training environments, both remotely and in-person, where possible.
● Ensure compliance with the Canada Basketball Code of Conduct and be in good standing with your current basketball association and Basketball Ontario.

Canada Basketball Management and Office
● Participate in post-session debriefs to assess and evaluate athletes and the program.
● Assist in the development of a positive image for basketball in Canada by maintaining professional conduct and appearance on and off the court.
● Communicate in a timely manner with the Canada Basketball Office in all matters related to involvement of the Junior Academy.
● Be available for meetings as necessary and as requested by Canada Basketball.

Please include a resume, cover letter and background check
● Briefly tells us about yourself – experience with basketball, education, current employment
● Why do you want to be involved in Junior Academy?
● What do you bring?
● Commitment to coaching
● Availability

Title: Assistant Coaches Canada Basketball Junior Academy Coach Ontario
Department: Women’s High Performance
Reports To: Performance Manager WHP, Mike MacKay

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Brandi Mills (bmills@basketball.ca) by Wednesday, July 26, 2023.