Basketball Head and Assistant Coaches

Sacred Heart Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 700 - 2,100; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Schools in Chicago seeks organized basketball Head and Assistant Coaches for the 2026-27 season. Roles involve leading practices, coordinating with teams in 4th–8th grade, and attending games and events.

Coaches should be reliable, communicate well, and foster youth development in a faith-based environment. Practices occur twice weekly with game responsibilities extending October–February; compensation ranges from $700 to $2,100 for the season, depending on position and experience.

Qualifications

• Highly organized and reliable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Passionate about coaching youth sports.

Responsibilities

• Lead all practices and events.
• Coach boys and girls in 4th–8th grade.
• Attend games and meets during the season.

Skills

Organized

Communication

Youth coaching

Job description

Basketball Head and Assistant Coaches

2026-2027

Sacred Heart Schools is seeking organized and responsible basketball Head and Assistant Coaches for the 2026-27 seasons.

Founded in Chicago in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools at Sheridan Road (Hardey Preparatory for Boys and Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls) are independent, Catholic, single-gender elementary schools committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian, faith-based community. The educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located in 30 countries, including 25 schools in the United States and Canada. The essence of this tradition is the total development of each child: spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical. Our girls and boys are taught in single gender classrooms but follow a similar curriculum and share in many activities. With a total enrollment of approximately 425 students, the schools are organized into three academic divisions, each led by a division head.

Position Description:

Practices are twice a week plus games/meets. Coaches are expected to attend and lead all practices and events.

We are seeking individuals to coach the following teams during the season (October- February):

• Boys Basketball (opportunities in 4 th -8 th grade)
• Girls Basketball (opportunities in 4 th -8 th grade)

Successful coaches will be:

• Highly organized
• A responsible individual with strong communication skills
• Passionate for coaching youth sports

Pay Range

$700 - $2100
Final amount is dependent on season, coaching position, and experience.

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