Springfield Middle School Boys 7th Grade Basketball Coach

Sylvania; Holland (OH); On-site; USD 8,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Springfield Local Schools in Ohio is seeking a part-time Middle School Boys 7th Grade Basketball Coach to join our athletics program. The coach will work under the Athletic Director, developing players’ skills, coordinating practices, and promoting sportsmanship among students.

Ideal candidates will have coaching experience, solid communication abilities, and a commitment to working with parents, educators, and other coaches.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be able to obtain required coaching certifications and clearances.
• Experience in coaching middle school athletes preferred.
• Ability to communicate with parents and school staff effectively.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Relate to young athletes

Time management

Equipment maintenance

Education

State of Ohio teaching license/certificate

Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate

First Aid/Health and Safety for Coaches

Concussion in Sports Certificate

CPR Certificate/Card

Pupil Activity Permit

Job description

Springfield Local Schools

Notice of Extra Curricular Vacancy

2026-27 School Year

Position: Middle School Boys 7th Grade Basketball Coach

Reports To: Athletic Director

Employment Status: Part time

Qualifications:

1. State of Ohio Teaching license/certificate (preferred-not required).


2. Current BCI/FBI on file


3. Evidence of good moral character as established in section 3301-20-01 of the Ohio Administrative Code.


4. Ability to maintain confidential information.


5. Fundamentals of Coaching Certificate


6. Current First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches certificate on file (valid for 2 years)


7. Concussion in Sports Certificate


8. Current CPR Certificate/Card


9. Current Pupil Activity Permit


10. Demonstrated coaching and administrative capabilities.


11. Coaching experience preferred.


12. Knowledge of sports.


13. Knowledge of training and conditioning techniques.


14. Ability to diagnose player strengths/deficiencies and prescribe corrective action.


15. Organizational and problem solving skills.


16. Ability to communicate ideas and directives effectively (orally and in writing).


17. Ability to relate with and inspire young athletes.


18. Ability to work effectively with parents, educators, and other coaches.


19. Willingness to invest the necessary time during the season.


20. Ability to make minor repairs on equipment.