Boys Basketball - Head Coach

Bethlehem Area School District; United States; On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Middle School is seeking a dedicated Head Coach for our middle school boys basketball program. The successful candidate will lead student-athletes in developing skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game in a safe, positive environment.

Responsibilities include planning practices, teaching game strategies, managing game-day operations, and promoting academic achievement and behavior. Must complete coaching education and pass drug screening.

Qualifications

• Prior coaching or playing experience in the applicable sport preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to positively mentor and motivate students of varying ability levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct team practices, conditioning sessions, and game preparation.
• Teach sport-specific skills, rules, and strategies appropriate to the level of competition.
• Manage game-day operations, including strategy, substitutions, and team leadership.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes at all times.
• Promote academic achievement, positive behavior, and sportsmanship among team members.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, and administration.
• Maintain athletic equipment and facilities and ensure compliance with all school and district policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Coaching or playing experience

Job description

• Position Type:
  Extracurriculars/ Head Coach
• Date Posted:
  11/6/2026
• Location:
  Northeast Middle School
• Closing Date:
  11/20/2026

Job Description:

Northeast Middle School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to serve as the Head Coach for our middle school boys basketball program. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading student-athletes in developing skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and a love for the game while ensuring a safe and positive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct team practices, conditioning sessions, and game preparation.
• Teach sport-specific skills, rules, and strategies appropriate to the level of competition.
• Manage game-day operations, including strategy, substitutions, and team leadership.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes at all times.
• Promote academic achievement, positive behavior, and sportsmanship among team members.
• Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents/guardians, school staff, and administration.
• Maintain athletic equipment and facilities and ensure compliance with all school and district policies.

Qualifications:

• Prior coaching or playing experience in the applicable sport preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to positively mentor and motivate students of varying ability levels.

Requirements:

• Must complete all required coaching education and annual training courses as mandated by the school district and/or state athletic association.
• Must undergo and receive a satisfactory result on a pre-employment drug screening.

Compensation:

Stipend based on district athletic pay scale.

EQUAL RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES POLICY

As an equal rights and opportunities agency, the Bethlehem Area School District will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected classification. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.