Boys Basketball Coach

Meriden School District; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Meriden Board of Education seeks a qualified athletic coach to guide students in developing sport-specific skills and to foster discipline and self-esteem through coaching. The role requires knowledge of the sport and the ability to teach fundamental skills, with preference for prior coaching and basketball experience.

Applicants must meet CT State Department of Education coaching certification requirements, including Standard First Aid with CPR.

Qualifications

• CT State Department of Education athletic coach certification requirements, including Standard First Aid with CPR.
• Able to teach the sport's fundamental skills.
• Preference given to applicants with prior coaching and basketball experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist each participating student to achieve his/her highest level of skill in a particular sport.
• Foster discipline, sportsmanship and self-esteem through coaching and guidance.

Skills

Basketball

Coaching

First Aid with CPR

Job description

DESCRIPTION:

Assist each participating student to achieve his/her highest level of skill in a particular sport, gain appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and develop an increased level of self-esteem.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must meet the CT State Department of Education's athletic coach certification requirements, which include Standard First Aid with CPR. Applicants should be thoroughly acquainted with the sport and be able to teach the sport's fundamental skills. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience in coaching and basketball.

SALARY:

2026-2027 Salary Schedule for Athletic Coaches

The Meriden Board of Education is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, marital status, gender identity or expression, veteran or other protected class status under applicable law in any of its education programs, activities, or employment policies.