JH Boys Basketball Coaches (2)

Sylvania; Bryan, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a passionate Junior High Basketball Coach to develop skills and promote core basketball concepts for middle school athletes. The role emphasizes safe, positive teaching within OHSAA guidelines and school policies.

The coach will run structured practices, prepare for games, model sportsmanship, and support student academics to help players stay eligible and engaged in sport and school life.

Qualifications

• Middle school, high school, or youth coaching experience required.
• Must have or obtain OHSAA Pupil Activity Permit (PAP) including CPR/AED and First Aid.
• Concussion Training, Lindsay's Law training and student mental health training completed.

Responsibilities

• Fundamental skill development and teaching core basketball concepts.
• Plan and execute structured practices and manage game logistics.
• Model sportsmanship and maintain positive, supportive environment.
• Ensure compliance with OHSAA bylaws, season limits, and safety guidelines.
• Monitor academic eligibility per school district policies.

Skills

Coaching experience

Basketball knowledge

Team leadership

Education

OHSAA PAP (Pupil Activity Permit) + CPR/AED + First Aid for Coaches + Concussion Training + Lindsay's Law + Student Mental Health Training

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Junior High Basketball Coach to lead our middle school student-athletes. This role focuses heavily on fundamental skill development, teaching core basketball concepts, and instilling good sportsmanship in a positive, supportive environment aligned with OHSAA middle school regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Fundamental Training: Teach foundational skills, including ball-handling, shooting mechanics, defensive footwork, and basic offensive/defensive sets.
• Practice & Game Prep: Plan and execute structured, high-energy practices and manage team logistics for home and away games.
• Character & Sportsmanship: Model positive behavior, teamwork, effort, and respect for teammates, opponents, and officials.
• OHSAA Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with OHSAA middle school bylaws, season limits, and safety guidelines.
• Academic Support: Monitor student-athlete grades to ensure players maintain academic eligibility per school district policies.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Prior playing or coaching experience at the middle school, high school, or youth level.
• Valid (or ability to obtain) OHSAA Pupil Activity Permit (PAP), including:
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid for Coaches
  • Concussion Training (NFHS / Ohio Dept. of Health)
  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest (Lindsay’s Law) Training
  • Student Mental Health Training
• Successful completion of FBI/BCI criminal background checks.