Coach - Boys JV Basketball Head Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach

American Heritage School; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 3,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

American Heritage School seeks a Boys JV Basketball Head Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach to lead the JV program and assist the Varsity team. The role emphasizes basketball coaching alongside faith-based character development in students.

Candidates should demonstrate experience coaching, a passion for youth growth, and the ability to integrate values consistent with LDS teachings into athletics. Seasonal stipend role with professional conduct expected.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching basketball at a school or youth level.
• Commitment to teaching and developing students.
• Ability to translate faith-based values into athletics.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the boys JV basketball team as head coach.
• Support the boys Varsity basketball team as assistant coach.
• Uphold the school's mission and standards in athletics.
• Promote character, discipleship, and Christian values through sports.

Skills

Experience with basketball

Experience coaching

Youth development

Faith-based environment

Communication

Leadership

Job description

American Heritage School is a mission-driven, faith-centered private school aligned with the teachings and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We are seeking a Boys JV Basketball Head Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach who is passionate about both basketball and helping students grow physically, spiritually, socially, and intellectually.

Compensation is a seasonal stipend.

Nature of the Role

This position is considered a faith-forming role within American Heritage School. The Boys JV Basketball Head Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach is expected to actively support, model, and teach principles consistent with the mission and standards of American Heritage School and the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leading the boys JV basketball team as the head coach and supporting the boys Varsity basketball team as the assistant coach, upholding the mission and standards of American Heritage School.

Qualifications

• Experience with basketball
• Experience coaching
• An enduring love of youth and a genuine passion for teaching and learning
• The ability to use sports as a tool to build better disciples of Jesus Christ and Christian character.
• A commitment to actively participate in and contribute to a faith-based educational environment aligned with the teachings and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• Strong communication and management skills

Faith and Mission Responsibilities

• Integrate faith-based principles and moral reasoning into the athletics program where appropriate
• Serve as an example of Christian character and discipleship to students
• Support and uphold the spiritual mission of the school through daily interactions with students and colleagues
• Respond thoughtfully to student questions related to faith, values, and moral decision-making in a manner consistent with the school's mission

Professional Expectations

Candidates should be professional in appearance and demeanor and willing and able to serve as ambassadors for the AHS Mission, Honor Code, and Diversity Statement on and off campus. Personal conduct, public statements, and online presence, both on and off campus, are expected to reflect and support the school's religious mission and educational purpose.

Important Note to Applicants

AHS is a mission-driven, faith-centered school. Employment at AHS requires alignment with and support of the school's religious mission and values. Individuals who are unable or unwilling to support these expectations should carefully consider whether this position is a good fit.