Basketball, Boys Freshman Head Coach

Young World Physical Education; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Loudoun County High School in Leesburg, Virginia is seeking a Boys Freshman Head Coach for basketball. This part-time position involves directing the varsity program, mentoring assistant coaches, and ensuring student athletes meet academic and eligibility standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, conduct at contests, collaboration with the athletic director, and promoting sportsmanship and school pride. CPR/First Aid training and a Virginia teaching license are preferred qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching at high school or college level.
• CPR and First Aid training completed or in progress.
• Preference for Virginia Teaching License or Loudoun County Public Schools employee.
• Residency or work authorization in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining high academic standards for student athletes.
• Assist athletic director and principal in hiring/retention of assistant coaches.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate performance of all assistant coaches.
• Ensure insurance coverage for all athletes in collaboration with the athletic director.
• Collaborate with head coaches to run a balanced athletic program.
• Foster sportsmanship and school pride among participants and spectators.
• Direct training, conditioning, and performance of varsity team; supervise assistants.
• Set a strong, positive example for staff and players.
• Be present at all varsity contests and as many JV/freshman contests as possible.
• Advise on schedules, officials, equipment, and facilities needs.
• Identify and recruit equipment managers, scorekeepers, statisticians, etc.
• Maintain records, statistics, and team photos.
• Recommend varsity or JV/freshman lettering when appropriate.
• Observe sub varsity practices and games.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the principal and athletic director.

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Sports knowledge

Education

CPR and First Aid training

Virginia Teaching License preference

Job description

Basketball, Boys Freshman Head Coach

Loudoun County Public Schools – Loudoun County High School, Leesburg, Virginia.

Job Details:

• Job ID: 5820381
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Category: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Season runs Winter: November - February

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining high academic standards for all student athletes.
• Assist the athletic director and principal in the hiring and/or retention of assistant coaches.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate regularly the performance of all assistant coaches of the respective sport.
• Work cooperatively with the athletic director to assure proper insurance coverage for all athletes.
• Work cooperatively with other head athletic coaches in order to operate a well-balanced athletic program.
• Foster among the participants and spectators an appreciation of the values of athletics, a desire to win, an attitude of good sportsmanship, and a sense of pride in self, team, school, and community.
• Direct the training, conditioning, and performance of the varsity athletic team and lead, supervise, and assist the assistant coaches in their efforts with teams assigned to them.
• Act as a positive influence upon the behavior of members of his/her athletic staff and teams.
• Be present and personally direct the team at all varsity contests and be present at as many junior varsity and freshman contests as possible. Supervise athletes at invitational meets or postseason competition.
• Advise the athletic director as to the preparation of schedules for his/her respective sport.
• Advise the athletic director in the selection and performance evaluations of officials.
• Recommend to the athletic director the type and amount of equipment and supplies needed to conduct the sports program. Provide for the inventory and care of equipment.
• Advise the athletic director of the condition of athletic facilities and needs for their preparation and maintenance.
• Assist the athletic director to ensure that lists of all players eligible for athletic contests are prepared and maintained under rules of the VHSL.
• Recommend to the athletic director and/or principal the removal of athletes from the team(s) when training or eligibility regulations have not been met.
• Ensure that all athletes have undergone and passed medical examinations before the regular practice season begins.
• Organize a system for encouraging students to try out for his/her team and to develop and recruit equipment manager(s), score keepers, statisticians, ball runners, etc. for all teams.
• Collect and keep on file records, statistics, news items, and photographs for the athletic teams under his/her supervision.
• Recommend to the athletic director those students who qualify for a varsity letter or junior varsity/freshman certificate.
• Recommend to the athletic director, upon request, prospective coaches.
• Observe sub varsity practices and games.
• Perform other duties related to the position of head athletic coach as requested by the high school principal and/or athletic director.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience or participation in the sport which you are applying for on high school or college levels.
• Completion of CPR and First Aid training or enrollment in current CPR and First Aid training course.
• Preference for experience as a teacher or classified employee in Loudoun County Public Schools.
• Preference for a Virginia Teaching License candidate or a full-time classified employee for Loudoun County Public Schools.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• LCH-A, INS-06A, LCH-C
• Email: [e-mail]

Union Designation: Non-Union

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation