7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach

Mccschools; Middle School; On-site; AUD 4,900 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Mccschools in Michigan seeks a middle school athletics coach to develop fundamentals, plan structured after-school sessions, and foster character growth alongside academic excellence.

You will enforce fair play, coordinate travel with the Athletic Director, manage equipment, and supervise facilities to ensure athlete safety and positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Mandatory background check and fingerprinting for all staff.
• CPR/AED certification in First Aid is required.
• MDHHS concussion training must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamentals: dribbling, passing, shooting, defense.
• Plan and run daily after-school practices.
• Instill values: discipline, academics, emotional maturity.
• Promote fair play with strict conduct rules.
• Manage equipment and inventory of uniforms and gear.
• Coordinate bus transport for away games with Athletic Director.
• Verify eligibility: forms, grades, and parental consent.
• Supervise facilities for safety in gym and travel.
• Host pre-season parent meetings and maintain professionalism with referees and teams.
• Report injuries, discipline issues, or facility hazards to AD.

Skills

Basketball knowledge

Coaching experience

Communication skills

Education

Michigan Teacher's Certificate

CPR/AED Certification

MDHHS Concussion Training

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
  
• Date Posted:
  9/18/2026
  
• Location:
  Middle School
  

Job Description

• Player Development & Instruction Teach fundamentals: Focus heavily on basic skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive positioning.
• Plan Practices: Organize and execute daily, structured after-school practice sessions.
• Instill values: Character growth, self-discipline, academic excellence, and emotional maturity.

Promote fair play: Enforce a strict code of conduct, sportsmanship, and disciplined behavior.

Administrative & Logistics

• Manage equipment: distribute, track, clean, and inventory uniforms and team gear.
• Coordinate transit: Work with the school's Athletic Director to schedule buses for away games.
• Verify eligibility: Track player physical forms, grade reports, and parental consent slips.

Supervise facilities: Ensure player safety in gymnasiums, locker rooms, and during travel.

Communication & Representation

• Parent relations: Host pre-season parent meetings to outline team rules and expectations.
• Professionalism: Maintain self-control and decorum with referees, opposing teams, and fans.

Report issues: Inform the Athletic Director immediately of injuries, discipline problems, or facility hazards.

Coaching Qualifications

• Required Credentials Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive criminal history background check and fingerprinting (required for all Michigan school staff).
• CPR/AED Certification: Valid certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED operation.
• Concussion Training: Completion of the mandatory Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) concussion training protocol.

Driver's License: Valid driver's license with reliable transportation

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Teaching Certificate: A valid Michigan Teacher's Certificate is heavily preferred but not required.
• Basketball Knowledge: Documented understanding of basketball strategies, rules, and rules variations specific to middle school sports.
• Prior Coaching: Previous experience coaching youth basketball or working with middle-school-aged children.

Availability: Flexible schedule to accommodate after-school practices and evening game times.

• Timeline: The Middle School boys' basketball season in Michigan typically runs for roughly 7 to 8 weeks, generally spanning from late October through mid-to-late December (or sometimes longer depending on league structures).
• Compensation: Middle School coaching is typically paid as a stipend.