Basketball Coach

Stuart Hall School - Boys JV Basketball Coach

Stuart Hall School, an independent Episcopal day and boarding school in Staunton, VA that serves students in grades 6-12, seeks its next Boys JV Basketball Coach.

This is an opportunity to coach our Boys JV basketball program during an important moment in the School’s history. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for creating a positive culture and developing skills that will translate to success on and off the court, while being motivated by the opportunity to take on new challenges and further their career trajectory.

About the School

Stuart Hall School is an Episcopal boarding and day school in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia that provides a college preparatory education for area day students in grades 6-12 and boarding students from around the world in grades 8-12. Founded in 1844, the school is a member of the Episcopal Church Schools in the Diocese of Virginia, is fully accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the National Association of Episcopal Schools.

With roughly 130 students, a loyal alumni base, a commitment to mastery-based education, a vibrant community, and dedicated faculty and staff, Stuart Hall is committed to its mission to “prepare students of all faiths for success in universities worldwide and for engaged lives of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and contribution.”

The school is located in Staunton, Virginia, a town that often ranks among the best small towns in the United States. In addition to being a great place to live, Staunton is a great place to learn. There are abundant opportunities for students to extend their learning and engage with the community through the school’s Staunton Is Our Campus initiative.

About the Position

The Coach reports to the Director of Athletics, the Boys Varsity Basketball Coach and Dean of Students & Campus Life and works with other members of Stuart Hall’s Athletics Department to implement the vision of the School. The Coach’s responsibilities include:

• Implementing practice plans and game day coaching for 10-12 students
• Being a positive role model for the students they guide, on and off the court
• Develop and improve the individual skills of the student athletes by teaching the fundamentals of the game
• Create a healthy and successful team culture; promote not only individual skills but the importance of teamwork

About the Candidates

Stuart Hall is committed to attracting an applicant pool with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests. Being aware that some individuals will not apply for a position unless they have all of the qualifications, this qualifications list has been written to encourage people with a range of experiences and backgrounds to apply. Required background and experience:

• Minimum of two years of coaching experience
• Experience with skill development
• Experience with team building
• Be able to articulate a long term plan for growth
• Demonstrate patience, the ability to connect with students in grades 7-12, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Additional background and experience: if you have any of the following skills or experiences, you are encouraged to highlight them in your application materials, but please know an absence of any of these will not negatively affect your candidacy
• Previous experience working in youth basketball
• Demonstrated experience taking initiative and working independently
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and managing a program or initiative that involved leading others – this experience does not have to be basketball-related
• Critical thinking and listening skills
• Interest and enthusiasm for working with people and advancing the mission of an organization
• Prior experience in game coaching
• Connections to the community

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to the attention of Jeff Lafave, Director of Athletics, at humanresources@stuart-hall.org. All applications will be confidential. References will not be checked without first notifying the candidate.

Stuart Hall welcomes candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their work and their lives, and who will add to the diversity of our community.

Stuart Hall does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices. The School is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment. We actively engage students, families, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our school community respects the differences in ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Seasonal

Pay: $1,800.00 per year

Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Staunton, VA 24401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,800