Assistant/JV Basketball Coach

iLearn Schools; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Fair Lawn seeks an Assistant/JV Basketball Coach to support the Varsity Head Coach and oversee the basketball program. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to fostering student-athlete development. Responsibilities include organizing practices, supervising players, and maintaining effective communication with students and parents. The ideal candidate will have prior coaching experience and a passion for sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Previous experience playing or coaching at the high school or college level.
• CPR and AED Certified.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Varsity Head Coach in running all aspects of the program.
• Communicates the high school basketball schedule.
• Supervises practice areas and playing areas during team participation.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

60 college credits

Job description

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
  
  
• Date Posted:
  5/9/2025
  
  
• Location:
  iLearn Schools
  
  
• Date Available:
  11/01/2025
  
  

ASSISTANT/JV BASKETBALL COACH

Reports to: Athletic Director and High School Director (Principal)

Requirements:

60 college credits

NFHS Coaching Courses

Fundamentals of Coaching/Coaching Principles (NJ Component)

Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Concussion in Sports

CPR and AED Certified

Fingerprints and Background Check

All other iLearn Schools HR Hiring Requirements

Experience: Previous Experience playing or coaching at the high school or college level

Physical Requirements:

Eye-hand, mind-eye coordination, physical dexterity, and the ability to bend, stoop, walk, talk, and sit. The ability to travel between locations

Hours:

2 Hour Practices 3-5

Home and Away Games 2 hours (games vary on the schedule)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must have experience or a desire to work in a diverse school district.

General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to instruct, lead and supervise student athletes

Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Compensation: Pursuant to the iLearn Coaching Salary Scale

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Assists the Varsity Head Coach in running all aspects of the program.

Works with the Head Coach, High School Athletic Director and Principal to

Communicate the high school basketball schedule

Verify student physical examination requirements.

Prepare athletic permission slips and eligibility lists such as grade checks.

Organize middle school communications of the high school basketball program for incoming freshmen.

Develop programs in the elementary and middle school to foster interest and development in the sport.

Supervises practice areas and playing areas during and following periods of team participation.

Remains with students and supervises them while traveling to away competitions.

Works closely with the Athletic Trainer to care for athletes and injured players. Communicates all injuries to the Athletic Trainer and parents as necessary.

Cares for, takes inventory and maintains the distribution and storage of all necessary equipment and uniforms.

Helps the Head Coach to plan and coordinate the end of the year Team Banquet or Dinner.

Helps the Head Coach to organize at least one team fundraiser and participates in all Athletic Department and Booster Club fundraisers as necessary.

Helps the Head Coach to organize one outreach event to the elementary school, middle school or community at large;

Clinics, camps, school visits, invites to varsity games or practice etc.

Attends all state, division, and conference meetings where the program is involved as needed.

Is informed on current trends in the sport and attends and clinics and professional development.

Maintains active membership in related professional organizations and associations.

Maintains a positive staff relationship with other coaches.

Dresses professionally relative to their sport.

Performs other duties as assigned by the High School Athletic Director and Principal

Communicates with players about personal development during the season as well as the off-season by providing player improvement forms and individual meetings.

Helps to provide and communicate opportunities for players to better themselves in the offseason such as:

Offseason workouts

Weight room access

Sharing information on camps and clinics

Participates in meetings with parents to inform them about the program as well as your expectations of them and the players as directed by the Head Coach and Athletic Director.

Leads by example regarding promotion of sportsmanship.

Promotes the high school program by encouraging participation of players of the upcoming season.

Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Advise students and parents on athletic code of conduct, including consequences for violation, and coordinate with athletic director in instances of possible violations of the code of conduct.

Establish and maintain open, professional and respectful communications with students, parents, teachers, athletic director and youth feeder coaches.

• Have the total athletic and school program at interest. Be supportive of student participation in other student activities and communicate with colleagues regarding expectations in and out of season.

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