Athletic Coach: JV Girls Basketball

Pioneer Valley Regional School District; Northfield (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 201,000; Part time

Job summary

Pioneer Valley Regional School District is seeking a JV Girls Basketball Coach for the Winter 2026-27 season in Northfield, MA. This part-time position runs from November 30, 2026 to March 1, 2027 (pending playoffs) and requires leadership to promote a positive learning environment while emphasizing academics.

Responsibilities include organizing practices, equipment management, safety oversight, and submitting required reports to administrators.

Qualifications

• Expertise in athletics rules and coaching techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of MIAA Policies and Procedures.
• Ability to work with students, officials, and the community.
• Commitment to equal opportunity in sports.
• CPR Certification.
• Equal educational opportunity for all individuals.
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.
• First Aid Certification.
• Flexibility with work hours, duties, and assignments.
• Experience coaching and/or officiating.
• 3+ years of coaching experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning in the assigned sport. Issue, collect, inventory, and return equipment, uniforms, and other materials per athletic department guidelines.
• Ensure adequate supervision of all students involved in the program and ensure the safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of environmental conditions.
• Supervise student athletes' use of the locker room; during travel to and from, and during games/matches.
• Instruct participants in safety procedures and the need to report injuries to the coach and/or trainer immediately; implement appropriate procedures for handling injury situations; ensure the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit.
• Submit coach's game report to Athletic Director within 24 hours of each game.
• Complete and submit the following to the Athletic Director and the appropriate principal: Accident Reports, Disciplinary Action, Parent Complaints.
• Attend various sporting events and related activities, including Wellness Programs, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, including: Eligibility list with grades and attendance at the start of each season; Collection of forms from players; Adherence to Coach's Handbook policies; Signing and returning the coach's evaluation at season end.

Skills

Coaching expertise

Organization

Administration

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Athletic Coach: JV Girls Basketball

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Job Details

Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Description

Pioneer Valley Regional School seeks a JV Girls Basketball Coach for the Winter 2026-27 season.

Season duration November 30, 2026 - March 1, 2027 (pending playoffs)

Position overview To organize, coordinate, and promote a comprehensive athletic program in the assigned sport that meets the needs and interests of the school community. Provide effective leadership to ensure a positive learning environment and stress the importance of academic achievement. Demonstrate a high degree of ethics, professionalism, human relations, and be a positive role model for all students.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement the teaching of fundamentals, strategies, rules, and proper conditioning in the assigned sport. Issue, collect, inventory, and return equipment, uniforms, and other materials (e.g., team roster, first aid kit, coach's handbook) per athletic department guidelines
• Ensure adequate supervision of all students involved in the program and ensure the safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of environmental conditions.
• Supervise student athletes' use of the locker room; during travel to and from, and during games/matches.
• Instruct participants in safety procedures and the need to report injuries to the coach and/or trainer immediately; implement appropriate procedures for handling injury situations; ensure the availability of a properly supplied first aid kit.
• Submit coach's game report to Athletic Director within 24 hours of each game.
• Complete and submit the following to the Athletic Director and the appropriate principal: Accident Reports, Disciplinary Action, Parent Complaints.
• Attend various sporting events and related activities, including Wellness Programs, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director, including: Eligibility list with grades and attendance at the start of each season; Collection of each form given at the beginning of each season from the players; Adherence to the policies and procedures of the Coach's Handbook; Signing and returning the coach's evaluation at the completion of each season.

Reports to Building Principal, Dean of Students, Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director

Notes All positions are subject to student enrollment, attendance, and funding

The salary range for this position may be found in the Coaches Handbook.

Job Requirements

• Required qualifications
  • Expertise and training in appropriate areas of athletics (rules of sport, techniques of coaching), organization, and administration
  • Thorough working knowledge of MIAA Policies and Procedures
  • Demonstrated ability to work with students, officials, and the community
  • Commitment to providing equal opportunity in sports for all students
  • CPR Certification
  • Assurance of equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability
  • Performance of other job-related duties as assigned
• Preferred qualifications
  • At least three years of experience in coaching and/or officiating
  • First Aid Certification
  • Flexibility with work hours, duties, and assignments
  • Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Theresa Tsipenyuk , Athletic Director
• 97 F. Sumner Turner Road
• Northfield, Massachusetts 01360
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]