Head Middle School Boys Basketball Coach - 2026/2027

Propel Schools; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal stipend

Job summary

Propel Schools is seeking a Head Middle School Boys Basketball Coach for the 26-27 season starting this Winter at Propel Braddock Hills Middle School, Propel East, Propel Hazelwood, Propel Homestead, Propel McKeesport, Propel Montour Middle School, Propel Northside and Propel Pitcairn.

Successful candidates will have previous middle school, varsity or junior varsity coaching experience and will be responsible for assembling the coaching staff, coordinating with the athletic director, and

Qualifications

• Prior middle school, varsity and/or junior varsity basketball coaching experience.
• Ability to build a successful middle school program.
• Experience assembling coaching staff.
• Experience coordinating with the coaching team and athletic director.
• Experience implementing off-season programs per regulations.
• Willingness to attend all required preseason meetings and trainings.
• High level of organization and planning.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to ongoing professional development.
• Commitment to Propel Habits.

Responsibilities

• Assemble his/her coaching staff.
• Coordinate a middle school basketball program with the coaching team and/or athletic director.
• Implement off-season programs in line with regulations.
• Attend required preseason meetings and trainings.
• Maintain high levels of organization and planning.
• Foster strong communication and relationships.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Coaching experience

Program development

Staff coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Professional development

Job description

Opportunity

Propel Schools is seeking a Head Middle School Boys Basketball Coach for the 26-27 season starting this Winter:

• Propel Braddock Hills Middle School


• Propel East


• Propel Hazelwood


• Propel Homestead


• Propel McKeesport


• Propel Montour Middle School


• Propel Northside


• Propel Pitcairn

Successful Candidates Will Have

• Prior Middle School, Varsity and/or Junior Varsity Basketball coaching experience


• Preferred candidates will have experience as a head coach, playing experience, as well as the demonstrated ability to build a successful program starting at the middle school level


• Responsibility for assembling his/her coaching staff


• Experience coordinating a middle school basketball program with the coaching team and/or athletic director


• Experience implementing off-season programs in accordance with WPIAL/PIAA regulations.


• Willingness and ability to attend all required PIAA preseason coaching meetings and mandatory coaching certification/trainings in compliance with PIAA regulations.


• High level of personal organization and planning


• Strong communication and relationship building skills


• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development


• A commitment to the Propel Habits

Season Information

• The 2026-2027 Middle School Boys Basketball season is scheduled to begin on January 4th, 2027 and is anticipated to conclude in March, although the season may end earlier/later depending on if the team participates in postseason.


• This position includes a seasonal stipend of $1,750. Please note that the stipend will be prorated for coaches who begin after the official start of the season.

Requirements

• Up-to-date TB Test


• Act 34 Criminal Clearance


• Act 114 FBI Clearance


• Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance


• Mandated Reporter Training