Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Cleveland Heights University Heights City Schools; Cleveland Heights (OH); On-site; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Heights University Heights City Schools in Cleveland Heights is seeking a coach for their athletics program. The coach will provide leadership and coordinate all aspects of the programs for grades 7-12. Candidates should have head coaching experience or equivalent experience at a higher level. The position includes guiding athletes in their academic and athletic development, as well as assisting in the college recruiting process. The role offers a salary of $6,105.

Qualifications

• Previous head coaching experience or equivalent experience at a higher level.
• Meet OHSAA and CH-UH requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of all programs (grade 7-12).
• Develop skill sets within the athletes.
• Guide and assist athletes in the college recruiting process.

Skills

Head coaching experience

Knowledge of NCAA and NAIA eligibility

Community organization participation

Job description

• Position Type: Supplementals: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 5/1/2026
• Location: Cleveland Heights High School
• Date Available: 2026-2027

Overview

Within the framework of the entire athletic program, provides leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of his/her coaching area through coordination, planning, evaluation, and implementation of programs. To follow expectations set by the OHSAA, Cleveland Heights-University Heights Athletic Program, CH-UH School District, and the CH-UH District Coaches Handbook.

Job Summary

• Assist in the coordination of all programs (grade 7-12).
• Plan and administer staff responsibilities, staff, plans, seasonal plans, and scouting duties if applicable.
• Maintain liaison and active participation with other community organizations related to her/his sport.
• Assist in the ongoing evaluation of her/his coaches,
• Develop skill sets within the athletes.
• Monitor the academic progress of the athletes.
• Promote an atmosphere of high academic and personal conduct standards.
• Guide and assist athletes in the college recruiting process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous head coaching experience or equivalent experience at a higher level.
• Meet OHSAA and CH-UH requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous college playing experience
• Previous high school playing experience

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated successful head coaching experience
  • Knowledge of NCAA and NAIA eligibility requirements

  Salary

  $6,105

  Application Procedure

  Apply Online

  Hiring Manager

  Joseph D'Amato, Athletic Director

  HR Staff

  Sean Patton, Chief of HR and Operations
  Tikalah Dixon, Confidential Administrative Assistant-HR