JV Men's Basketball Head Coach - Growth & Team Development

Bentley School; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Bentley School in Lafayette, CA is seeking a Men's Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the Winter Season 2026-27 at the Upper School campus. This is a part-time/seasonal position with pay range $25 - $30 per hour.

The coach will work with the varsity head coach to grow the program, plan and execute practices, develop game strategies, and mentor student-athletes while upholding school policies and sportsmanship.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience at the high school and/or college level.
• Desire to become part of the larger school athletic community.
• Able to work collaboratively as a team member.
• Self-directed.
• Time commitment – available for practices & games during weekday afternoons, evenings and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the varsity head coach to develop the growth of the basketball program.
• Serve as lead in the overall planning and execution of the JV basketball program.
• Work to develop and implement game strategies.
• Planning and organizing of team practice sessions.
• Ability to coach team members individually and in groups.
• Work with varsity head coach to develop and implement team strength and conditioning program.
• Monitor and maintain the discipline and conduct of student-athletes to support the culture of the school and athletic program.
• Adhere to all state, section, conference and league rules and regulations/policies.
• Build a positive relationship with all members of the Bentley School community, including students, faculty/staff, administration, parents and alumni.
• Be a mentor, both in basketball and in life.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Self-directed

Time management

Job description

Bentley School in Lafayette, CA is seeking a Men's Junior Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the Winter Season 2026-27 at the Upper School campus. This is a part-time/seasonal position with pay range $25 - $30 per hour.

The coach will work with the varsity head coach to grow the program, plan and execute practices, develop game strategies, and mentor student-athletes while upholding school policies and sportsmanship.