Middle School Girls Basketball Coach: Lead, Develop & Inspire

Westport Community Schools; Giffords Corner (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Community Schools in Westport, MA, seeks a Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. The role reports to the Athletic Director, coordinates with a staff of assistant coaches, and emphasizes sportsmanship, safety, and student development.

Starting November 30, 2026, after-school/evening hours, the coach guides program policy, supervises duties, and collaborates with the Principal to foster skills, teamwork, and character in student-athletes while maintaining high standards of conduct.

Qualifications

• Teaching certificate and experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and supervise a total sports program.
• Previous successful coaching experience in the sport.
• Substantial knowledge of the technical aspects of the sport.
• Proof of competency in first aid.
• Certificate of completion of a class in CPR.
• Course work in prevention and care of athletic injuries.
• Course, workshop, clinic in the specified sport or verified internship.

Responsibilities

• Has thorough knowledge of athletic policy approved by the Westport School Committee.
• Implements regulations and interprets them for staff.
• Supervises staff and coordinates with Athletic Director or Principal.
• Establishes philosophy, skills and techniques for assistants.
• Trains and informs assistant coaches, encourages professional growth.
• Delegates duties, monitors implementation and evaluates staff.

Skills

Coaching knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Teaching certificate

CPR certification

First aid competency

Job description

Westport Community Schools in Westport, MA, seeks a Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. The role reports to the Athletic Director, coordinates with a staff of assistant coaches, and emphasizes sportsmanship, safety, and student development.

Starting November 30, 2026, after-school/evening hours, the coach guides program policy, supervises duties, and collaborates with the Principal to foster skills, teamwork, and character in student-athletes while maintaining high standards of conduct.