Freshman Boys Basketball Coach

MEMSPA; Clare (MI); On-site; USD 7,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Clare Public Schools is seeking a part-time basketball coach to support the boys/girls program. The role involves teaching fundamentals, designing practice plans, and coordinating camps under the direction of the varsity coach.

Expect strong communication with players, parents, and administration, and a commitment to the social, emotional, and moral well-being of CPS student-athletes. First Aid/CPR required before the 2026-2027 season.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basketball fundamentals and ability to demonstrate skills.
• Ability to design short- and long-term coaching goals.
• Ability to design daily/weekly practice schedules with clear objectives.
• Willingness to participate in camps and team events.
• Strong communication with players, parents, and administration.
• Commitment to professional conduct and CPS athletic policies.
• First Aid and CPR certification required before 2026-2027 season.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with existing coaching staff to develop the program.
• Follow supervision of the varsity coach and implement goals.
• Design and execute daily/weekly practice plans with measurable targets.
• Coordinate participation in camps and clinics as needed.
• Maintain open communication with players, parents, and school administration.
• Model positive behavior and support student-athlete well-being.
• Comply with CPS Athletic Code and MHSAA handbook rules.

Skills

Basketball fundamentals

Teaching/demonstrating skills

Follow coaching direction

Goal setting

Practice planning

Camps participation

Communication with players/parents

Professional conduct

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Athletic Code compliance

Background check

Job description

Deadline: November 30, 2026
District/Organization: Clare Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, part time
Salary: The Clare Public Schools Board of Education offers a competitive salary; current bargaining unit salary schedules can be viewed on our website at www.clare.k12.mi.us. Non-CEA contract hires should contact Rob Wise regarding salary information.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess knowledge of the fundamentals of basketball with the ability to teach and demonstrate to students
• Ability to follow the direction of and work with existing coaching staff to develop necessary fundamental skills for betterment of the program
• Follow the direction of the varsity coach
• Must be able to design and implement short term and long term goals
• Design a daily and weekly practice schedule with specific goals for team and individual development
• Must be willing to work camps and team camps as needed
• Effectively communicate with players, parents, and administration
• Must model appropriate behavior, promoting at all times the social, emotional, and moral well-being of CPS student-athletes
• Must be First Aid certified prior to the start of the 2026-2027 season
• Must be CPR certified prior to the start of the 2026-2027 season
• Must adhere to the Athletic Code for Coaches, as stated in the MHSAA Handbook
• Pass background check

PREFERRED:

• Willing to work with players in off-season and provide help with high school basketball events
• Coaching experience, 2+ years
• Willing to aid in fundraising activities
• Willing to be CAP 1 or CAP 2 trained by the start of the 2026-2027 season
• Have or willing to obtain CDL license

For further information, please see the attached job posting. Thank you for your interest in Clare Public Schools!