Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Job summary

Seattle Hebrew Academy is seeking a dedicated Middle School Girls Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 season. The program participates in the Cascade Middle School League, with 6th-8th grade girls competing at the Division 2 level.

We seek a coach passionate about developing players’ skills, teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship in a positive environment. The role emphasizes practice planning, game supervision, and effective communication with the athletic director, parents, staff, and league

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of high school basketball playing or coaching experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Experience working with middle school students is preferred.
• Ability to create an inclusive, encouraging, and supportive team environment.
• Dependable and available for scheduled practices and games throughout the season.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate basketball practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and game strategy.
• Coach and supervise players during all practices, games, team activities, and travel.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, respect, responsibility, and personal growth.
• Communicate effectively with the Athletic Director, players, parents, school staff, and league representatives.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes.
• Represent Seattle Hebrew Academy professionally and uphold the school's values and expectations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Sportsmanship

Job description

Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Seattle Hebrew Academy | 2026-2027 School Year

Seattle Hebrew Academy (SHA) is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Middle School Girls Basketball Coach for the 2026-2027 basketball season.

SHA participates in the Cascade Middle School League, and our girls basketball team consists of students in 6th-8th grade, competing at the Division 2 (D2) level.

We are looking for a coach who is passionate about basketball, enjoys working with middle school students, and is committed to developing players' skills, teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship in a positive and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate basketball practices focused on skill development, teamwork, and game strategy.
• Coach and supervise players during all practices, games, team activities, and travel.
• Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, respect, responsibility, and personal growth.
• Communicate effectively and consistently with the Athletic Director, players, parents, school staff, and league representatives.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all student-athletes.
• Represent Seattle Hebrew Academy professionally and uphold the school's values and expectations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of high school basketball playing or coaching experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Experience working with middle school students is preferred.
• Ability to create an inclusive, encouraging, and supportive team environment.
• Dependable and available for scheduled practices and games throughout the season.

Season Details

• Season: January-March 2027
• Grade Levels: 6th-8th Grade Girls
• League: Cascade Middle School League, Division 2
• Schedule: Approximately three practices and/or games per week
• Compensation: Stipend provided