26/27 Assistant Boys Basketball Coach, Miller Middle School

Young World Physical Education; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at Miller Middle School in Durango, Colorado. This seasonal position involves coaching middle school students (grades 7 and 8) in basketball skills and strategies from September to December 2026. Applicants should have experience in coaching and a fundamental understanding of basketball, along with CPR/AED certification. The role also involves organizing practices and communicating effectively with parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and organize team practices effectively.
• Experience in instructing athletes on basketball techniques.
• Strong communication skills with players and staff.
• Fundamental knowledge of basketball required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct middle school students in basketball fundamentals.
• Encourage teamwork and sportsmanship among players.
• Assist the head coach with various duties.

Skills

Plan and organize practices

Instruct players on techniques

Provide feedback

Encourage teamwork

Assist head coach

Communicate with stakeholders

Knowledge of basketball

Experience coaching athletes

CPR/AED certified

Job description

26/27 Assistant Boys Basketball Coach, Miller Middle School

Durango School District is accepting applications for Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at Miller Middle School. This coaching position involves instructing middle school students (grades 7 and 8) in the fundamental skills, strategies, and physical training of basketball. Season runs October 2026 - December 2026. The position begins September 01, 2026.

Job Details

Job ID: 5711870

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Position Type: Seasonal

Salary: $1,590 to $2,544 Seasonal

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Preferred Qualifications

• Plan and organize practices
• Instruct players on techniques to develop fundamental skills
• Provide feedback to help players improve
• Encourage and support good teamwork and sportsmanship
• Assist head coach in other duties
• Communicate with players, coaches, parents, AD and admin
• Possess fundamental knowledge of basketball
• Experience coaching school‑aged athletes
• CPR/AED certified, or ability to get certified

Durango School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School District, 281 Sawyer Drive, Suite 100, Durango, CO 81303, [phone], [e-mail], or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, [phone].

Contact Information

• Doug Geygan, Assistant Principal
• Miller Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]