Inspiring Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Veritas Prep Charter School; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 5,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Intramural coaching stipend

Job summary

Veritas Prep is seeking a basketball coach to build a thriving athletic program at our Springfield campus. You will develop student-athletes’ skills, emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship, and support their academic progress while ensuring safety and compliance with policies.

The role involves leading practices, attending meetings, coordinating with staff, and maintaining equipment and records. A commitment to anti-racism and inclusive education is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience in basketball is preferred.
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals and strategies.
• Commitment to anti-racism in education.

Responsibilities

• Foster a thriving sports program and develop student-athletes' skills.
• Support student-athletes in cultivating positive attitudes, fairness, leadership and teamwork.
• Attend meetings and align with school objectives.
• Promote discipline and cooperative morale within the school sports framework.
• Prepare for practices and events, ensuring facility times are met.
• Collaborate with maintenance and staff to care for equipment and venues.
• Monitor academic progress and conduct of student-athletes.
• Be present at practices and games, including during travel.
• Complete injury forms and maintain accurate reporting.
• Ensure due process in discipline and fair treatment for all athletes.
• Track equipment usage and annual inventories.
• Report team records to the Athletic Director with awards and scores.

Skills

Basketball basics

Team leadership

Teamwork

Anti-racism awareness

Job description

Veritas Prep is seeking a basketball coach to build a thriving athletic program at our Springfield campus. You will develop student-athletes’ skills, emphasize teamwork and sportsmanship, and support their academic progress while ensuring safety and compliance with policies.

The role involves leading practices, attending meetings, coordinating with staff, and maintaining equipment and records. A commitment to anti-racism and inclusive education is essential.