JV Basketball Head Coach - Develop Players & Lead Team

Vertex Partnership Academies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertex Academies in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the upcoming season. The coach will lead the JV program, plan practices, develop players, and coordinate with the Varsity staff to maintain program consistency.

The ideal candidate has prior basketball coaching or playing experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to academics and athletics. This is a seasonal, in-person stipend role with a schedule of practices and games.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching or playing experience in basketball at the high school, collegiate, or club level preferred.
• Strong understanding of basketball rules, strategies, player development, and skill instruction.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct engaging, organized practice sessions focused on individual skill development, team concepts, conditioning, and basketball fundamentals.
• Prepare the team for games through scouting, game planning, lineup management, and in-game coaching adjustments.
• Teach offensive and defensive strategies while emphasizing proper basketball techniques and decision-making.
• Develop student-athletes both athletically and personally by promoting teamwork, leadership, accountability, and sportsmanship.
• Collaborate with the Varsity coaching staff to ensure consistency in program philosophy, systems, and player development.
• Evaluate player performance and provide constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Encourage and monitor academic achievement, attendance, and positive behavior among student-athletes.
• Maintain communication with athletes, parents, school administration, and the athletic department as appropriate.
• Assist with equipment management, uniforms, inventory, and gym setup before and after practices and games.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, team travel, and other basketball-related activities.
• Travel with the team to away games, tournaments, and other scheduled events as required.
• Ensure compliance with all school, league, conference, and governing body policies and regulations.
• Serve as a positive role model who represents the school and athletic program with professionalism and integrity.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Vertex Academies in Bronx, NY, is seeking a Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the upcoming season. The coach will lead the JV program, plan practices, develop players, and coordinate with the Varsity staff to maintain program consistency.

The ideal candidate has prior basketball coaching or playing experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a commitment to academics and athletics. This is a seasonal, in-person stipend role with a schedule of practices and games.