Youth Basketball Coach

CoachCorner; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Play Hard Hoops in Chicago and Lake Zurich, IL is seeking Part‑Time Basketball Coaches for the upcoming season (Aug 24, 2026 – May 28, 2027). Roles include Head Travel Coaches and Assistant Coaches across multiple locations, including Chicago area and suburbs.

Schedule is weekday evenings (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) and weekends; compensation starts at $30/hour for head coaches and $16–$25/hour for assistants, depending on role and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching basketball or youth programs.
• Ability to plan practices and run trainings.
• Strong communication with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead one of our competitive travel basketball teams across Fall, Winter, and Spring.
• Plan and lead team practices.
• Coach games and tournaments.
• Develop players' individual skills and team concepts.
• Foster a competitive, positive, and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with families and program leadership.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Part‑Time Basketball Coach

Play Hard Hoops | Chicago & Lake Zurich, IL

Position: Part‑Time Basketball Coach
Organization: Play Hard Hoops
Locations: Chicago (North Side & Downtown) and Lake Zurich, Lincolnshire, Buffalo Grove, Barrington, Vernon Hills, Libertyville, and surrounding suburbs
Season: August 24, 2026 – May 28, 2027
Schedule: Weekday evenings (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) and weekends (hours vary)

Compensation

• Head Travel Coaches: Starting at $30/hour
• Assistant Coaches (Classes, Camps & Leagues): $16–$25/hour, based on experience and role

About Play Hard Hoops

Play Hard Hoops is one of the premier youth basketball organizations serving both the Chicagoland suburbs and the city. With 40+ boys and girls travel teams each season, along with year‑round skills training, leagues, and camps, we're committed to helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game.

We're looking for energetic, dependable, and passionate coaches to join our growing staff. Whether you're an experienced travel coach or looking to begin your coaching journey as an assistant, we'd love to hear from you.

Head Travel Coaches

Lead one of our competitive boys or girls travel basketball teams throughout the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and lead team practices.
• Coach games and tournaments.
• Develop players' individual skills and team concepts.
• Foster a competitive, positive, and supportive team culture.
• Communicate with families and program leadership.

Assistant Coaches

Support our youth basketball programming, including:

• Weekly skills development classes.
• Weekend leagues.
• Holiday and seasonal camps.
• Beginner and intermediate player development programs.

This is a great opportunity for:

• Former players looking to get into coaching.
• Current coaches seeking additional opportunities.
• College students, teachers, and basketball enthusiasts who enjoy working with kids.

Schedule

• Weekday Coaching: Approximately 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Weekend Programming: Times vary based on leagues, games, and events.
• Programs operate throughout the Fall, Winter, and Spring, beginning just before Labor Day.