Freshmen Boys Basketball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Herscher (IL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Freshmen Boys Basketball Coach at Herscher High School in Illinois. This role involves training students, leading practices, and supervising competitions. The coach will plan events that cater to student needs and maintain communication with students, parents, and fellow staff. An understanding of the sport and the ability to enforce school policies are essential. This position offers a stipend of $4,000 and requires a commitment to ethical conduct in sports.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the sport.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead practices and prepare students for competitions.
• Supervise students during practices, events, and competitions.
• Communicate and interact positively with student participants.

Skills

Understanding of the sport

Ability to follow instructions

Professionalism in enforcing school policies

Effective communication with students and parents

Ability to maintain good working relationships

Job description

Freshmen Boys Basketball Coach

Herscher Unit 2 Herscher High School - Herscher, Illinois

Job ID: 5660570 • Application Deadline: Posted until filled • Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) • Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Athletic Director/Principal

Summary: The coach is responsible for training students to be part of the team. Specifically, the coach will lead practices, prepare students for team competitions/meets, and supervise said competitions and meets. In addition, the coach is responsible for setting up for home competitions/meets and securing volunteers to help at these events.

Qualifications / Skills

• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the sport.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
• Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.

Duties

• Plans activities/events for students after school that meet the needs of the students.
• Report rosters for competitions and stays abreast of related news and rules throughout the year.
• Abreast of new rules and regulations for the sport.
• Punctual and present for all events/practices including bus rides.
• Organizes and communicates desired supply order to the Athletic Director each winter.
• Communicates with schools on scheduled competitions.
• Supervises students during practices, events and competitions and until all students have left the facilities.
• Positively motivate, communicate, and interact with student participants.
• Positively communicate and interact with parents, officials, and others.
• Promotes and publicizes the team by utilizing the district and school communication forums.
• Maintains a variety of documents including records for both practices and competitions.
• Works with park district, if applicable, to request room space for meetings or competitions.
• Makes appropriate travel arrangements and communicates with families regarding competitions or other events in a timely manner.
• Plans activities to meet the needs, skills, and interests of students involved.
• Use appropriate channels to resolve concerns, conflicts, and issues.
• Conduct practice and competitions with a high level of sportsmanship and ethics. Profanity is not to be used by coaches or students.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Position Type: Coaching

Salary: $4,000 Stipend

Contact Information

• Joel Huizenga, HHS Athletic Director
• Herscher High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]