Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a High School Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach for the 2026-27 school year.
The Head Coach is responsible for creating a positive environment of teamwork, sportsmanship and discipline that reflects the values of the Heschel School. Working closely with the Director of Athletics, the Head Coach is responsible for planning and executing team practices, game strategy and supervision of assistant coaches. They must possess an extensive knowledge of basketball and be skilled in helping develop players’ basketball skills as well as managing a strength & conditioning program tailored to each players’ needs. The Head Coach is also responsible for modeling appropriate sports-like behavior and maintaining appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Associates or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Prior experience coaching and/or playing the sport with the technical and tactical skills and patience to develop at all levels.
Must be First-Aid-CPR-AED Certified
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related area
Coaching certification from a recognized sport governing body
Job Specifics:
Length of season- October – February/March. Tryouts are in September.
Two-hour practice sessions three days per week, including Sundays.
League: Metropolitan High School Athletic League (myhsal.com). Playing against NY, NJ, and Long Island Schools
Summer clinics: two hour sessions from Monday – Thursday at the end of August
Pay rate: Stipend ($10,000) based on workload and experience.
Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5db03d9d-83a7-470f-a3eb-1942264884b7&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=564321&source=CC2&lang=en_US
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.