Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

Suttons Bay Middle School; Suttons Bay (MI); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Job summary

Suttons Bay Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Boys Basketball Coach for the 2026-27 school year at Suttons Bay Middle School in Suttons Bay, Michigan. The role requires passion for student growth, a positive role model approach, community focus, and the ability to develop player skills with guidance from varsity coaches.

Coaching experience is preferred; applicants with playing experience will also be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching the sport preferred.
• Experience working with middle school age student athletes.
• Strong, positive leadership and organizational skills.
• Must pass a state and federal background check.

Responsibilities

• Must conduct regular practice and team conditioning (some practice and conditioning may happen out of season).
• Ability to motivate and lead student athletes.
• Instruct the team on game strategies, techniques and skill building under the varsity coaches direction.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and sportsmanship.
• Adhere to the MHSAA Coaches Guidebook and Suttons Bay Coaches Handbook.
• Act as a positive role model on and off the field.
• Engage with local and community programs related to the sport.
• Maintain competency in MHSAA rules, event procedures, coaching techniques and general information about all aspects of the sport.
• Communicate effectively with the Athletic Department and Varsity Coach regarding scheduling, budget, injuries, etc.
• Communicate effectively with Suttons Bay Athletic Boosters in support of their program.
• Communicate effectively with parents and the community regarding all aspects of the program.
• Follow district policies and procedures regarding facility use, transportation, purchasing, fundraising, etc.
• Provide adequate supervision of events until all athletes have left the facilities
• Maintain adequate records of rosters, stats and awards
• Effectively recognize the efforts of student-athletes and plan special events in this regard (banquets, parent night, etc.)
• Establish and maintain the importance of the meaning of student-athlete, including check-ins with all stakeholders about student eligibility
• Must be CPR and First Aid Certified

Skills

Coaching experience

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Middle School Boys Basketball Coach

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934027

Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Suttons Bay Public Schools is hiring a Middle School Boys Basketball Coach to lead our team for the 2026-27 school year. Candidates must be student centered, be a positive role model, community focused, and be able to encourage and help our student athletes grow their skills in the game of basketball. Coaching experience is preferred, although those who have played the game will also be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching the sport preferred
• Experience working with middleschool age student athletes
• Strong, positive, leadership and organizational skills
• Must pass a state and federal background check

Performance Responsibilities

• Must conduct regular practice and team conditioning (some practice and conditioning may happen out of season)
• Ability to motivate and lead student athletes
• Instruct the team on game strategies, techniques and skill building under the varsity coaches direction
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and sportsmanship
• Adhere to the MHSAA Coaches Guidebook and Suttons Bay Coaches Handbook
• Act as a positive role model on and off the field
• Engage with local and community programs related to the sport
• Maintain competency in MHSAA rules, event procedures, coaching techniques and general information about all aspects of the sport
• Communicate effectively with the Athletic Department and Varsity Coach regarding scheduling, budget, injuries, etc.
• Communicate effectively with Suttons Bay Athletic Boosters in support of their program
• Communicate effectively with parents and the community regarding all aspects of the program
• Follow district policies and procedures regarding facility use, transportation, purchasing, fundraising, etc.
• Provide adequate supervision of events until all athletes have left the facilities
• Maintain adequate records of rosters, stats and awards
• Effectively recognize the efforts of student-athletes and plan special events in this regard (banquets, parent night, etc.)
• Establish and maintain the importance of the meaning of student-athlete, including check-ins with all stakeholders about student eligibility
• Must be CPR and First Aid Certified

Terms of Employment

• Part-time, sport season position
• Pay is based on Schedule B of the SBEA contract
• Athletic positions are for a period of one season (school year) and require yearly Board of Education approval with positive evaluations

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Contact Information

• Cris Porter
• 500 Elm Street
• Suttons Bay, Michigan 49682
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]