Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

Limestone Middle School; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 3,700; Full time

Job summary

Limestone Middle School in Kankakee, Illinois is seeking a dedicated Middle School Boys Basketball Coach to lead practices, prepare students for competitions, and supervise events throughout the season.

You will coordinate home meets, recruit volunteers, and communicate with the Athletic Director/Principal, students, parents, and staff while upholding sportsmanship and school policies. The stipend for this coaching role is $3,350.

Qualifications

• Understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the sport and coaching basics.
• Uphold school regulations and policies professionally.
• Handle sensitive issues tactfully and confidentially.
• Maintain good working relationships with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities/events for students after school that meet needs.
• Report rosters for competitions and stay updated on rules.
• Stay abreast of new rules for the sport.
• Be punctual and present for all practices and events.
• Organize and communicate supply orders to the Athletic Director.
• Coordinate with schools on scheduled competitions.
• Supervise students during practices and competitions until all depart.
• Motivate and communicate positively with students and families.
• Promote the team using district and school communication channels.
• Maintain documents for practices and competitions.
• Arrange travel and communicate with families about events.

Skills

Sport knowledge

Communication

Professional conduct

Team supervision

Relationship building

Job description

Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

Herscher Unit 2 Limestone Middle School - Kankakee, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Herscher CUSD #2

Job Details

Job ID: 5899280

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Limestone Middle School

Reports To: Athletic Director/Principal.

SUMMARY: The coach is responsible for training students to be part of the team. Specifically, the coach will lead practices, prepare students for team competitions/meets, and supervise said competitions/meets. In addition, the coach is responsible for setting up for home competions/meets and securing volunteers to help at these events.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the sport.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
• Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.

DUTIES

• Plans activities/events for students after school that meet the needs of the students.
• Report rosters for competitions and stays abreast of related news and rules throughout the year.
• Abreast of new rules and regulations for the sport.
• Punctual and present for all events/practices including bus rides.
• Organizes and communicates desired supply order to the Athletic Director each winter.
• Communicates with schools on scheduled competitions.
• Supervises students during practices, events and competitions and until all students have left the facilities.
• Positively motivate, communicate, and interact with student participants.
• Positively communicate and interact with parents, officials, and others.
• Promotes and publicizes the team by utilizing the district and school communication forums.
• Maintains a variety of documents including records for both practices and competitions.
• Works with park district, if applicable, to request room space for meetings or competitions.
• Makes appropriate travel arrangements and communicates with families regarding competitions or other events in a timely manner.
• Plans activities to meet the needs, skills, and interests of students involved.
• Use appropriate channels to resolve concerns, conflicts, and issues.
• Conduct practice and competitions with a high level of sportsmanship and ethics. Profanity is not to be used by coaches or students.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Position Type: Coaching

Salary: $3,350 Stipend

Contact Information

• Mark Taylor , Principal
• Limestone Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]