Cricket Coach

A school cricket coach's job description includes planning and conducting training sessions for students of all ages, focusing on teaching batting, bowling, fielding, and wicket-keeping techniques. Key duties involve identifying and nurturing talent, developing fitness and conditioning programs, and fostering a sense of discipline and teamwork. The coach must also manage team selection, ensure player safety, and prepare teams for inter-school competitions and tournaments.

Core responsibilities

• Training and skill development: Plan and deliver coaching sessions that cover all aspects of the game, including batting, bowling, fielding, and wicket-keeping.
• Player and team development: Identify and nurture individual student talent, and develop them into a cohesive team.
• Program design: Create and implement fitness, conditioning, and skill-based programs tailored to student needs.
• Performance analysis: Analyze player performance, provide constructive feedback, and help students improve their techniques and strategies.
• Team management: Select players for teams, prepare them for matches, and organize them for inter-school competitions and tournaments.
• Safety and discipline: Ensure the safety and well-being of all players during training and matches. Promote discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Qualifications and skills

• Experience: Prior experience coaching at a school or sports academy level is often required.
• Coaching certification: A certification from a recognized institution like the Sports Authority of India (SAI) or the National Institute of Sports (NIS) is typically preferred.
• Knowledge: A strong understanding of cricket rules, techniques, and strategies is essential.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to articulate instructions and provide feedback effectively.
• Other attributes: Professionalism, discipline, and the ability to work beyond regular school hours when needed are often looked for.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person