2025-2026 - Athletics - Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and 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.

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.

Key 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.