Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Michigan seeks a passionate Basketball Coach to lead its program. Ideal candidates will have coaching experience, a commitment to student-athletes, and a valid Michigan teaching certificate. This position offers the opportunity to foster school spirit and develop young talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• Demonstrated successful accomplishments as a basketball coach in high school.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, preparation, and coaching activities of the entire basketball program.
• Develop practice schedules and manage game preparations.
• Maintain safety conditions for student athletes.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Valid Michigan teaching certificate

Job description

FALL '2025

RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement Schedule “C” Guideline

JOB GOALS: To successfully lead and direct the basketball program as well as demonstrate commitment to student athletes, school, and community while promoting school spirit and positive character among athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Demonstrated successful accomplishments as a basketball coach in high school
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful experience coaching at the high school level (Varsity preferred)
• Successful experience as a player at the high school/college level
• Hold a valid Michigan teaching certificate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To direct the planning, preparation and coaching activities of the entire basketball program
• To plan, schedule and conduct a regular program of practice and competition in accordance with rules of the school, the School Board and the MHSAA
• Direct the basketball staff in the preparation of analysis of opponent teams; analyze game statistics and tactical data of opponents and prepare game plans accordingly
• To assist the Director of Athletics in the distribution /collection of appropriate information i.e. Parent Consent Forms, Physical Examination Forms, Birth Certificates, Grade Report Forms at the end of each grading period, Accident Forms and any other information concerning the sport
• To attend the appropriate meetings pertaining to basketball as scheduled by the MHSAA and the school, i.e. rules, clinics, scheduling meetings, etc.
• To supervise, evaluate and recommend appointment and assignment of entire coaching staff
• To assume responsibility for maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment pertaining to the sport
• To oversee the safety conditions of the facility or area assigned to the basketball program
• To assume responsibility for supervision, safety and welfare of students participating in the basketball program before, during and after scheduled practices and competitive contests
• To establish and maintain good rapport with athletes, staff, parents, community groups
• To assume responsibility for submitting requests for transportation forms
• To assist the Athletic Dept. in planning and organization of promotion and participant recruitment and recognition programs pertaining to the sport
• To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• To recommend purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as needed
• To perform other duties as assigned by the administration

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but to accurately reflect the primary job elements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand. Occasionally the employee will sit and or run. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee will frequently squat, stoop, kneel, reach above the head, reach forward, and repeat the same hand motion many times while performing the duties of the job.
The specific vision requirements of the job include good depth perception and occasionally being able to see objects/persons at a distance. While performing the duties of the job the employee frequently is required to hear conversation and a quiet as well as a noisy environment and be able to tell where a sound is coming from. The employee must be able to communicate to the team in order to give directions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will continuously work inside or outside depending on the sporting event. Occasionally the employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers. The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of others. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION - The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Assistant Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.