JH Girls Basketball Coach

Lp; Lester Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

LP Schools is seeking a JH Girls Basketball Coach for the 2026-27 school year in Lester Prairie, MN. The role focuses on building a positive culture, developing student-athletes, and coordinating with parents and staff.

The coach will implement training and competition plans under the Head Coach, ensuring continuity across all levels and strong program leadership. Minnesota teaching/coaching credentials are preferred, with community participation valued.

Qualifications

• Minnesota teaching and coaching certification is preferred.
• Experience working as a teacher in Lester Prairie School District is preferred.
• Experience coaching the 7-8th grade Girls Basketball program is desirable.
• Knowledge of the assigned sport and youth development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, and the community.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for youth and adults.
• Ability to be a positive role model and represent LP Schools in all communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in planning, development, and execution of the 7-8th Grade Girls Basketball program.
• Under Head Coach direction, implement training and competition programs to maximize performance and continuity.
• Communicate effectively with program stakeholders to ensure a positive experience for student-athletes.
• Manage equipment inventory for the program.

Skills

Teaching background

Coaching knowledge

Communication skills

Team building

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Role modeling

Community representation

Education

Minnesota teaching & coaching certification

Experience as a Lester Prairie teacher

Job description

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JH Girls Basketball Coach JobID: 359

• Date Posted: 10/26/2026

POSITION: JH Girls Basketball Coach

STARTING DATE: 2026-27 School Year

SALARY RANGE: $2,229 - $3,011

Description:

1. Provide leadership in the planning, development, and execution of the 7-8th Grade Girls Basketball program by focusing on building a positive culture and developing quality relationships with student-athletes and parents

2. Under direction of Head Girls Basketball Coach, implement an effective training and competition program that maximizes student-athlete performance in the sport and ensures continuity through all levels

3. Communicate effectively with all program stakeholders to ensure a positive, quality experience is provided for our student-athletes

4. Manage equipment inventory for program

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Prefer, but not required, Minnesota teaching and coaching certification.

2. Prefer, but not required, employment as a teacher in Lester Prairie School District.

3. Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desirable.

4. Has knowledge and background in the assigned sport.

5. Works collaboratively with students, parents, and other members of the community.

6. Effective interpersonal interactions and communication skills as applied to interaction with both youth and adults.

7. Skilled in team building, decision making, problem solving, and conflict resolution

8. Ability to serve as an effective role model for student-athletes and represent LP Schools with respect in all communities

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