2025-2026 - Athletics - Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Isidore Newman School is seeking a dedicated, experienced Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach to lead and develop our boys basketball program, grades 6-12. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's or master's degree and has a minimum of three years of experience in both teaching and coaching. This role will be structured as a full-time teaching or student support position within one of our four divisions.

This dynamic coach will combine a deep knowledge of basketball strategy and player development with a passion for mentoring student-athletes. This coach will cultivate a culture of excellence, sportsmanship and teamwork while being closely aligned with the Mission of the School and its core values of honesty, kindness, respect and responsibility. The head coach will also play an active role in campus life, building strong relationships with students, faculty and parents. The head coach will engage with students to foster enthusiasm for the basketball program, encouraging participation and involvement across the school community.

The successful applicant will possess excellent speaking, writing and interpersonal skills; demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills; extensive knowledge in teaching and coaching in the sport of basketball; be technologically savvy and computer literate; have an abiding interest in helping students experience academic, athletic and social growth; contribute to school activities outside of the assigned classroom or sport; possess a strong understanding of the developmental level of the students and athletes they teach; believe deeply in the value of establishing strong relationships with students while maintaining high expectations; genuinely love to work with children and other like-minded educators. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a strong aptitude for cultural competency.

Teaching Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that align with the academic department's curriculum and school's pedagogical ethos.
• Foster a growth mindset among all students.
• Communicate with parents, advisors, class deans and administrators as needed to support student learning.
• Write clear, detail-oriented report card comments that help parents and stakeholders understand the progress of the child in our curriculum.
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students.
• Implement classroom and communication practices that foster the growth of ethical behavior, social skills and excellent work habits.
• Participate as a positive, collaborative and innovative team member who will support the mission and culture of the division of the school.
• Model appropriate daily professional standards and ensure that students and athletes adhere to behavioral expectations of the school.

Essential Coaching Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for the entire basketball program (varsity, junior varsity and Middle School), including short- and long-term goals for success on and off the court.
• Build and sustain a competitive varsity team that reflects the school's tradition of excellence and contributes to its legacy of producing well-rounded student-athletes.
• Plan and execute practice plans which meet the differentiated needs of our student athletes including whole group, small group and individual instruction.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate competitive game schedule for both the Junior Varsity and Varsity teams.
• Work closely with the Director of High Performance to ensure that the basketball student athletes, grades 9-12, are physically fit and conditioned for the sport of basketball.
• Collaborate positively with colleagues within the entire basketball staff and athletic department while demonstrating a consistent growth mindset. 
• Recruit, mentor and retain a skilled coaching staff dedicated to advancing the goals of the program and the school.
• Foster the academic, athletic and personal growth of student-athletes, ensuring that they embody the qualities of leadership, discipline and integrity while instilling a love for the game.
• Oversee all facets of day-to-day and gameday management, including scheduling, filming, sideline technology, statistics, equipment issue and return, inventory and ordering.
• Serve as an ambassador for the basketball program, cultivating relationships within the Newman student body and parent community, as well as with alumni and supporters; promote the achievements of the team and individual student-athletes to enhance the visibility and reputation of the program.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all NCAA/NAIA recruitment efforts and work diligently to help all interested student athletes pursue their goals of playing college basketball.
• Facilitate the educational, athletic, and social development of the student athletes. 
• Assess student athletes in a variety of ways, both formal and informal, and use these assessments to guide instruction for student athlete growth and development.
• Create an environment of respect which is safe and conducive to learning.
• Use instructional time effectively.

To apply, please provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Candidates will be asked for sample practice plans and a coaching philosophy later during the interview process.