Impactful MS Girls Basketball Coach (Part-Time)

Oakland Athletic League; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland Unified School District's Oakland Athletic League - Melrose Leadership Academy in Oakland, CA is seeking an Athletic Coach for the middle school girls basketball program (Winter 2026). The position starts immediately and is filled based on enrollment and schedules.

The coach will instruct players, help arrange schedules, and handle duties related to coaching, meetings, and trainings, while meeting district certification requirements and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• CA teaching credential required or current certificated employee status.
• Knowledge of CIF policies and safety standards in athletics.
• Ability to communicate with parents and school staff.
• Experience coaching middle school basketball preferred.
• CPR/First Aid and Concussion in Sports certifications.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and coach middle school girls basketball.
• Help arrange game schedules and practices.
• Fulfill coaching duties and attend required trainings.
• Maintain safety and implement coaching techniques.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Safety awareness

Communication with parents

Adolescent psychology

Education

CA teaching credential

Job description

Oakland Unified School District's Oakland Athletic League - Melrose Leadership Academy in Oakland, CA is seeking an Athletic Coach for the middle school girls basketball program (Winter 2026). The position starts immediately and is filled based on enrollment and schedules.

The coach will instruct players, help arrange schedules, and handle duties related to coaching, meetings, and trainings, while meeting district certification requirements and upholding safety standards.