FALL COACHING POSITIONS - Unified Basketball Head Coach WHS

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Unified Basketball Head Coach for Westfield Public Schools. The position offers a stipend of $1,030 and involves coaching responsibilities after school and in the evenings. Candidates should possess emotional stability and serve as role models for students while demonstrating knowledge of basketball theory and practice. Responsibilities include supervising teams, collecting uniforms, and adhering to all relevant regulations and rules. Coaching is subject to student enrollment and funding availability.

Qualifications

• Emotional stability and ability to serve as a role model for students.
• Knowledge of the sport's theory and practice for secondary school students.
• Ability to promote good sportsmanship and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supervise teams during practices and competitions.
• Collect uniforms and equipment from athletes at season's end.
• Abide by school and MIAA rules throughout the season.
• Maintain relationships considering athletes' welfare.

Skills

Emotional stability

Role model for students

Knowledge of sport theory and practice

Team play and sportsmanship

Cooperation with coaching staff

Job description

Fall Coaching Positions - Unified Basketball Head Coach WHS

Job ID: 5682482

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Unified Basketball Head Coach.

Stipend commensurate with Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract, Appendix B. No benefits.

This position is subject to funding and the following conditions:

• The start and end of the season is determined by MIAA/PVIAC and subject to the City of Westfield Board of Health rules and regulations.
• Coaching position is dependent upon student enrollment.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $1,030 to $1,030 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Qualities and characteristics looked for in the above vacancies are as follows:
  • Emotional stability
  • Ability and willingness to serve as role model for students
  • Knowledge of and ability to teach the theory and practice of the sport within the abilities of secondary school‑age students
  • Emphasis on team play, obedience to rules, good sportsmanship, and knowledge of the sport
  • Consideration for other sports activities in the school
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the coaching staff and with school administrators
• All coaches are expected to:
  • Abide by the rules of the school as specified in the student handbook, the MIAA, the PVIAC, the MVADA, and the rules of the sport.
  • Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season; with team participation (practices or competition) at a minimum of five days a week.
  • Supervise your teams at all times.
  • Collect all uniforms and equipment from their athletes at the end of each season.
  • Maintain a fair, unprejudiced relationship with the athletes and have their physical and mental welfare in consideration at all times.
• All hired coaches are required to complete the following prior to working with any students:
  • CORI background check
  • Fingerprint‑based state and national background check (Chapter 459 of the Acts of 2012, as amended by Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2013 - An Act Relative to Background Checks)
  • Complete the Annual NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification
  • All coaches shall have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or other agency or organization approved by the department of public health. This requirement shall not apply to a coach with a physical disability.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Greg Vouros
• 177 Montgomery Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]