Girls Basketball Coach

East Hartford Public Schools; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 3,200 - 3,900; Part time

Job summary

East Hartford Public Schools is seeking a Major Coach to lead the basketball program at East Hartford Middle School. The stipend is $3,564 per year.

You will plan practices, develop conditioning programs, and coach during competitions, while coordinating with the athletics director on facilities and schedules. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership and communication, works well with diverse student-athletes, and stays current with esports trends as part of modern athletics.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to foster an open and welcoming environment to all student-athletes.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the sport.
• Knowledge of current and developing trends in esports technology, methodology, and techniques.
• Ability to effectively analyze programs and events and recommend opportunities for improvement and growth.

Responsibilities

• Directs all aspects, areas, and components of the basketball team. Coordinates all strategic aspects of the program.
• Planning: planning and organizing practice sessions, and developing physical conditioning programs.
• Coaching: instructing athletes on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and providing feedback and coaching during competitions.
• Motivating players to improve and develop sportsmanship.
• Recruiting new athletes for the team.
• Managing equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditions, and working with the athletics director to schedule facilities.
• Assessing player skills and assigning team positions.
• Representing the school in a favorable manner, and adhering to the district athletic department philosophy.
• Mentoring players to develop sportsmanship and respect for the game.
• Keeping records of athletes' and opponents' performances.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Sports program analysis

Esports knowledge

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 10/9/2026
• Location: East Hartford Middle School
• Closing Date: 03/31/2023

SALARY: Stipend - ScheduleB2 Major Coach: $3,564

The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:

• Online Application
• Letter of Interest specifying which position(s) the candidate is applying for (i.e. head, assistant)
• Resume
• Copy of Valid Certification and/or License (First Aid, CPR and Coaches Certificate)
• Transcripts (if applicable)
• Three Current Letters of Recommendation (dated within one year of application)

Responsibilities:

• Directs all aspects, areas, and components of the basketball team. Coordinates all strategic aspects of the program
• Planning:Planning and organizing practice sessions, and developing physical conditioning programs
• Coaching:Instructing athletes on the rules, strategies, and techniques of the sport, and providing feedback and coaching during competitions
• Motivating:Motivating players to improve and develop sportsmanship
• Recruiting:Recruiting new athletes for the team
• Managing:Managing equipment and facilities to ensure safe playing conditions, and working with the athletics director to schedule facilities
• Assessing:Assessing player skills and assigning team positions
• Representing:Representing the school in a favorable manner, and adhering to the district athletic department philosophy
• Mentoring:Mentoring players to develop sportsmanship and respect for the game
• Keeping records:Keeping records of athletes' and opponents' performances

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to foster an open and welcoming environment to all student-athletes.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the sport.
• Knowledge of current and developing trends in esports technology, methodology, and techniques.
• Ability to effectively analyze programs and events and recommend opportunities for improvement and growth.