Head Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

Cape Henry Collegiate; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Henry Collegiate is seeking a basketball coach to lead and mentor student athletes, developing their skills and teamwork while ensuring compliance with athletic regulations.

The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, collaborate with the Athletic Director, and contribute to off-season conditioning programs within a dynamic school community.

Qualifications

• 1 year of coaching experience as an Assistant or Head Coach.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Working knowledge of interscholastic athletic program regulations.
• Ability to manage individual, group, and organizational interactions and resolve problems.
• Commitment to off-season skill development and conditioning programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in all phases of basketball.
• Help student athletes improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Maintain compliance with Conference and State rules.
• Collaborate with Athletic Director to evaluate program needs.
• Communicate with team, staff, parents, community, administration, and media.
• Handle inventory, equipment, and uniforms purchases.
• Organize records, TCIS & State forms, team stats and season summaries.
• Maintain punctual attendance and complete reports timely.

Skills

Effective communication

Professionalism

Interscholastic regulations

Team management

Problem resolution

Initiative

Job description

The Cape Henry Collegiate (CHC) Athletic Program is a vibrant and successful department in an Independent College Preparatory School setting. The coaching staff are valued and important members of the CHC Community. We seek coaches who want to lead, mentor, and teach skill development, providing an exemplary experience in support of our school mission and core values.

Position Duties (include, but are not limited to)

• Provide instruction in all phases of the sport of basketball.
• Work with student athletes to improve personal and teamwork skills.
• Maintain compliance with Conference and State Athletic Association rules and guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the Athletic Director to evaluate program needs.
• Communicate effectively with the team, staff, parents, community, administration, and the media.
• Handle financial items for the athletic program, including the inventory and purchase of equipment and uniforms.
• Organize and maintain proper records, including TCIS & State forms, reports, team statistics, and summary season information.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and be punctual.
• Complete reports timely and accurately.
• Possess knowledge of applicable health and safety practices.
• Assist with the responsibility of the practice plan and skill development.
• Create a professional working relationship with Conference & State opponents.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate professionalism and foster a positive environment.
• Have a working knowledge of interscholastic athletic program regulations.
• Exhibit skill in managing individual, group, organizational interactions and problem resolution.
• Commit and assist an off‑season skill development and conditioning program for team members.

In addition, we seek a coach who is dependable, adaptable and flexible in order to meet the needs of all athletes on the team. He/she should be an excellent collaborator who can take initiative, anticipate the needs of student athletes, and assist in balancing all of the requirements of the CHC student athlete. The right candidate is encouraged to join in all aspects of our lively, engaging, and rewarding school community life.

Education and Experience

Minimum of 1 year of coaching experience as an Assistant Coach or a Head Coach.

Physical Requirements

Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

The School's mission is to know, value, and challenge each student. We commit to building a diverse and inclusive community. We seek to graduate independent thinkers and globally aware citizens.

Cape Henry Collegiate is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.