The Diamond R-IV School District is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Girls Basketball Coach to lead our program for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in coaching, a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the court, and the ability to foster a positive and competitive team culture.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead all aspects of the girls' basketball program

• Develop and implement practice plans, game strategies, and skill development

• Foster sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among student-athletes

• Coordinate with school administration, athletic staff, and parents

• Ensure compliance with school and state athletic regulations

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience, preferably at the high school level

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Ability to mentor and motivate student-athletes

• Knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, and training techniques

 

Applicant must meet the requirements of MSHSAA By-Law 3.1.5:

1. A professional teacher certificate or NFHS fundamental of coaching course passed prior to coaching.

2. Successful completion of a Sports First Aid course prior to coaching and renewed every two years.

3. Successful completion of CPR/AED training prior to coaching and renewed every two years.

4. Background check including sex offender’s registry clearance prior to coaching.

5. Successful completion of a concussion in sports course, and review of current concussion information yearly.

6. Successful completion of the MSHSAA Sport-Specific Online Rules Review each season.

 

Current teaching openings include Middle School PE, High School Social Studies, Middle School Science, and various elementary teaching vacancies.  

 

Please submit any questions to Athletic Director Chris Kennedy at ckennedy@diamondwildcats.org.