High School Basketball Coach

Daystar Academy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Daystar Academy is seeking a part-time High School Basketball Coach to lead the varsity program, mentor student-athletes, and coordinate with the athletics and student life teams. The role focuses on high-level training, game preparation, and maintaining a positive, faith-aligned team culture.

Responsibilities include scouting, game-day leadership, ensuring eligibility, and fostering growth in academics and athletics while modeling character and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-level training sessions for varsity high school competition.
• Provide individualized feedback and development plans to student-athletes.
• Lead the High School Basketball Program and set team goals for performance and development.
• Oversee coaches and align pathways from Middle School to High School.
• Ensure compliance with IHSA rules and eligibility requirements.
• Maintain communication with players, parents, and school administration.
• Prepare the team for competitions through scouting and game-day readiness.
• Promote sportsmanship and respect for officials and opponents.
• Foster leadership and balance academics with athletics.
• Create a Christ-centered devotional space on and off the court.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Student-athlete development

Communication

Leadership

Job description

High School Basketball Coach

School: Daystar Academy

Reports To: Director of Student Life and Athletics

Status: Part-Time

Key Responsibilities

Coaching & Mentoring

• Design and implement competitive, high-level training sessions focusing on skill refinement, tactical understanding, game preparation, and physical conditioning appropriate for high school competition.
• Serve as a role model in character, sportsmanship, and faith-based values, inspiring student-athletes to excel in athletics, academics, and personal growth.
• Provide individualized feedback and clear development plans to student-athletes, challenging them to improve performance while maintaining a healthy team dynamic.

Program Leadership & Management

• Lead the High School Basketball Program, setting clear goals for team performance, conduct, and development.
• Build and maintain a positive, disciplined, and competitive team culture.
• Oversee assistant coaches and coordinate with lower-level coaches to create alignment and player development pathways from Middle School through High School.

Compliance & IHSA Standards

• Remain fully informed and compliant with all IHSA rules, guidelines, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.
• Attend IHSA rules meetings and professional development sessions relevant to high school soccer.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain ongoing communication with players, parents, and school administration.
• Ensure compliance with Daystar Academy athletic policies, academic eligibility requirements, and student-athlete code of conduct.

Game Day Responsibilities

• Prepare the team for all competitions through scouting, strategy development, and game-day readiness.
• Lead the team during matches, making strategic adjustments and managing player rotations.
• Promote sportsmanship, respect for officials, and respect for opponents in all competitive settings.

Player Development

• Foster an environment where student-athletes can grow as leaders, teammates, and individuals.
• Provide guidance on nutrition, recovery, and balancing academic and athletic responsibilities.
• Encourage and cultivate off-season training, strength and conditioning, and participation in summer camps or club programs.

Professional Development

• Stay current with best practices in high school coaching, sports science, and player development.
• Participate in coaching workshops, clinics, and conferences as directed by the Athletic Director.
• Engage in self-reflection and seek feedback to improve program quality and personal coaching effectiveness.
• Also something can be added about "creating a Christ-centered devotional space on and off the court"