Coach - HS Boys USSA Basketball Assistant Coach

American Heritage School; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American Heritage School in American Fork seeks a HS Boys USSA Basketball Assistant Coach who is passionate about basketball and helping students grow physically, spiritually, socially, and intellectually.

The seasonal stipend position requires you to model the school's faith-based values, support student-athletes in their development, and uphold the mission and standards of the school both on and off the court.

Qualifications

• Basketball experience required.
• Coaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to youth development and teaching.
• Willingness to promote Christian character and faith-based learning.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the high school boys basketball team as assistant coach.
• Uphold the mission and standards of American Heritage School.
• Model faith-based principles and moral reasoning within athletics.
• Support student-athletes’ growth on and off the court.

Skills

Basketball experience

Coaching experience

Love of youth

Christian character

Communication skills

Discipline & 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 HS Boys USSA Basketball 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 HS Boys USSA Basketball Assistant Coach is expected to actively support, model, and teach principles consistent with the mission and values of AHS and the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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

Qualifications

Candidates should have a basketball background. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• 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

In addition to HS Boys USSA Basketball Assistant Coach responsibilities, the successful candidate is expected to:

• 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.