6th Grade Boys' Basketball Coach

Mandan Public Schools; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Mandan Public Schools is seeking a 6th Grade Boys' Basketball Coach to support the Middle School program from November 2, 2026 to January 16, 2027. The coach will assist with practices, athlete development, and competition prep under the Head Coach.

Experience preferred; knowledge of basketball rules and strong communication with administrators, parents, students, and fellow coaches is essential. This is a part-time, on-site coaching position at the Middle School facility.

Qualifications

• Experience as a coach is preferred.
• Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills.
• Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of basketball.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and other coaches.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with overall team management, including recruitment of student-athletes, coordination of practices, monitoring academic progress, and preparing the team for competition.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of 6th grade student-athletes in boys' basketball.
• Assess player skills and assist with assigning team positions.
• Assist with determining game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Supervise and support student-athletes during practices, competitions, and other team activities.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive character development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Activities Director, Building Principal, or other appropriate administrator.

Skills

Coaching

Basketball rules

Student development

Team management

Communication

Job description

Contract Dates:

NOVEMBER 2nd, 2026 - JANUARY 16th, 2027

Salary (DOE):

$1,239.00

Position Summary:

The 6th Grade Boys' Basketball Coach is responsible for assisting the Head Coach with organizing and supporting the Middle School Boys' Basketball Program, including practices, student-athlete development, and preparation for competition.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist the Head Coach with overall team management, including recruitment of student-athletes, coordination of practices, monitoring academic progress, and preparing the team for competition.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of 6th grade student-athletes in boys' basketball.
• Assess player skills and assist with assigning team positions.
• Assist with determining game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Supervise and support student-athletes during practices, competitions, and other team activities.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive character development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Activities Director, Building Principal, or other appropriate administrator.

Qualifications:

Experience as a coach is preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills. Must possess knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of basketball. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, students, and other coaches.

Supervision Received

This position is directly supervised by the Head Coach.

Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.