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5th/6th Grade Boys Basketball — Assistant Coach

Lycée Français de New York · New York, NY · 1 mo ago
EducationFull-time

Season: Winter 26‑27 • Level: Middle School • Reports to: Director of Athletics

About the role

The Athletics Program at Lycée Français de New York supports the school's mission of providing a rigorous, bilingual, and internationally minded education. We develop the whole student‑athlete — building physical competency, character, resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship alongside academic excellence. Lycée teams compete as the Lynx, primarily in the NYCAL and other NYC‑area independent school leagues. The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in daily practice execution, individual skill development, and game‑day logistics, helping create a positive and structured environment for student‑athletes.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and lead practices and games consistent with Lycée's coaching philosophy
  • Model and reinforce the values outlined in the Portrait of a Lycée Coach
  • Communicate clearly and proactively with student-athletes, parents, and the Athletics Office
  • Support student-athlete academic and social-emotional development alongside athletic growth
  • Follow all league (NYCAL), school, and safety/eligibility policies
  • Attend required coaches meetings and trainings
  • Submit rosters, schedules, and other administrative items by requested deadlines
  • Support the Head Coach in practice execution and player development
  • Assist with game-day logistics (warm-ups, substitutions, bench management)

Qualifications

  • Prior coaching or playing experience in Basketball preferred
  • Experience working with Middle School aged student-athletes
  • Strong communication skills; comfort working within a bilingual (French/English) community
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before season start)
  • Ability to pass required background check

Schedule

Practices: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays — one of three windows depending on gym availability: 4:20–5:30, 5:00–6:15, or 5:30–6:45. Tryouts: Week of November 9th. Season dates: Begins with tryouts week of November 9th; ends early February.

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