Secondary Area 2 School_Head Coach, Boys Basketball (Lithonia HS) 2026-2027

DeKalb County School District; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District's Lithonia High School seeks a motivated Basketball Head Coach for the Boys program. You will assist the Head Coach in game tactics and skill development for students, and contribute to organizing practices and game plans.

This community coaching role includes maintaining equipment inventory, up-to-date first aid knowledge, and upkeep of facilities. Positions are annual renewable for the school year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience coaching sports preferred.
• Georgia High School Association Lay Coaching Certificate required.
• Valid First Aid certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach with game techniques and strategies.
• Support student athletes and communicate with stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory of athletic equipment.
• Maintain locker room and playing facilities and apply first aid knowledge.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Georgia Lay Coaching Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Athletic Inventory Management

Job description

Secondary Area 2 School_Basketball Coach- Boys (Lithonia HS) 2026-2027 JobID: 22807

• Date Posted: 7/23/2026
• Location: Lithonia High

Lithonia High Schoolis seeking a motivatedBasketballHead Coachwho has a passion for working with high school students. The ideal candidate should have excellent instructional delivery skills and the ability to communicate with various stakeholders.

The material contained herein is subject to change. All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Title: Head Coach

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Principal and the Head Coach in the sport that you express an interest. Candidate must be willing to assist the Head Coach in game techniques and strategies to prepare them for competition, and determine the need for individual or team improvement; candidate must be willing to accept directions from the Head Coach at all times. A Lay Coach will be required to assist with maintaining inventory of athletic equipment, maintain up to date knowledge of first aid techniques, and maintain locker room and playing facilities.

Community Coaches are temporary positions and must be renewed annually.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Experience and knowledge coaching sports preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PERMITS:

• Georgia High School Association Lay Coaching Certificate required.
• Valid certificate in first aid required.