Part-Time Middle & High School Basketball Coach

Headwaters School; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Headwaters School in Austin, TX seeks two part-time Middle and High Basketball Coaches for the 2026-2027 winter season. Coaches report to the Athletics Coordinator and will work twice per week during practices and once per week in games, starting in early November 2026.

The ideal candidates will be passionate about student growth, knowledgeable in basketball fundamentals, and able to provide differentiated instruction while maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for teaching and coaching young people.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals and techniques of competitive basketball.
• Experience coaching at middle school, high school, college and/or club level; adept at differentiated instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run practices up to two-three times a week for an hour and a half (Mon, Wed, Thu).
• Coaching games once per week.
• Communicate with student-athletes, coaches, and athletic and school administrators.
• Create an environment of respect, teamwork, sportsmanship, and hard work.
• Ensure proper safety measures when conducting team activities.
• Collaborate with the Athletics Coordinator to meet team needs.
• Attend appropriate athletic department staff meetings.
• Be responsible for the actions and conduct of the team under supervision.
• Attend to and follow-up with injured or ill student-athletes, including injury reports.

Skills

Basketball fundamentals

Differentiated instruction

Communication

CPR/First Aid

Coaching experience

Job description

Headwaters School in Austin, TX seeks two part-time Middle and High Basketball Coaches for the 2026-2027 winter season. Coaches report to the Athletics Coordinator and will work twice per week during practices and once per week in games, starting in early November 2026.

The ideal candidates will be passionate about student growth, knowledgeable in basketball fundamentals, and able to provide differentiated instruction while maintaining a safe, respectful environment.