Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

MEMSPA; Clare (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Clare Public Schools is seeking a part-time basketball coach to support student-athletes and contribute to the growth of the program.

The role involves designing practice plans, coordinating with the coaching staff, and participating in camps as needed. Candidates should prioritize safety, positive instruction, and clear communication with players, parents, and administration.

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of the fundamentals of basketball and ability to teach players
• Ability to follow direction of and work with coaching staff to develop fundamentals
• Must design and implement short and long term goals
• Design daily and weekly practice schedules with specific goals
• Must be willing to work camps and team camps as needed
• Effectively communicate with players, parents and administration
• Must model appropriate behavior and promote student-athlete well-being
• Must be First Aid and CPR certified prior to 2027 season
• Must adhere to Athletic Code for Coaches per MHSAA Handbook
• Become a member of Michigan High School Basketball Coaches Association
• Pass background check

Responsibilities

• Design daily and weekly practice schedules with clear goals for team and individual development
• Collaborate with existing coaching staff to teach and develop fundamentals
• Lead and support camps and team camps as needed
• Effectively communicate with players, parents, and school administration
• Model positive behavior and promote the social, emotional, and moral well-being of CPS student-athletes
• Ensure compliance with CPS athletic policies and MHSAA Handbook
• Pass background check and maintain required certifications

Job description

Deadline: December 11, 2026
District/Organization: Clare Public Schools
Position/Type: Other, part time
Salary: The Clare Public Schools Board of Education offers a competitive salary; current bargaining unit salary schedules can be viewed on our website at www.clare.k12.mi.us. Non-CEA contract hires should contact Rob Wise regarding salary information.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess knowledge of the fundamentals of basketball with the ability to teach and demonstrate to students
• Ability to follow the direction of and work with existing coaching staff to develop necessary fundamental skills for betterment of the program
• Must be able to design and implement short term and long term goals
• Design a daily and weekly practice schedule with specific goals for team and individual development
• Must be willing to work camps and team camps as needed
• Effectively communicate with players, parents, and administration
• Must model appropriate behavior, promoting at all times the social, emotional, and moral well-being of CPS student-athletes
• Must be First Aid certified prior to the start of the 2027 season
• Must be CPR certified prior to the start of the 2027 season
• Must adhere to the Athletic Code for Coaches, as stated in the MHSAA Handbook
• Become a member of the Michigan High School Basketball Coaches Association
• Pass background check

PREFERRED

• Willing to work with players in off-season and provide help with high school basketball events
• Coaching experience, 2+ years
• Willing to aid in fundraising activities
• CAP 1 or CAP 2 trained by the start of the 2027 season
• Have or willing to obtain CDL license

  For further information, please see the attached job posting. Thank you for your interest in Clare Public Schools!