Coach - UCSSAL Boys Middle School Basketball Assistant Coach

American Heritage School; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal stipend

Job summary

American Heritage School in Utah seeks a UCSSAL Boys Middle School Basketball Assistant Coach to develop players on and off the court, grounded in faith and character. The role focuses on mentorship, teamwork, and supporting the UCSSAL program with integrity and enthusiasm.

Compensation is a seasonal stipend, acknowledging commitment to training, supervision, and aligning with the school's LDS-guided mission and values.

Qualifications

• Basketball background and love of youth.
• Experience coaching youth basketball.
• Ability to use sports to foster Christian character.
• Commitment to a faith-based educational environment aligned with LDS teachings.
• Strong communication and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the boys middle school basketball team as assistant coach.
• Uphold the mission and standards of American Heritage School.
• Model faith-based principles in athletics.

Skills

Basketball experience

Coaching

Youth development

Faith-based environment

Communication & management

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 UCSSAL Boys Middle School 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 UCSSAL Boys Middle School 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 boys middle school basketball team as assistant coach, and 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 UCSSAL Boys Middle School 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.