7th - 9th Grade Basketball Coach
About the role
The Fessenden School is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving 540 students in Pre-K to Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. The Fessenden School’s mission is to teach, nurture, and celebrate growing boys; cultivating each boy’s individual potential and developing in balance his mind, character, heart, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years, we have been committed to the education of boys, and our facilities, curriculum, and programs are designed with the necessities of boys in mind. Fessenden seeks a 7th - 9th Grade Basketball Coach with a proven record of coaching excellence, particularly with this age group, and the ability to incorporate the school's core values of Honesty, Compassion, and Respect into their coaching philosophy. This is a seasonal position from December 1, 2026 - March 5, 2027.
Responsibilities
- Coaching daily practices in the afternoons for 1 hour between 2:15 PM and 5:20 PM
- Weekly games in the afternoons and early evenings against other schools
Qualifications
- 2 years of coaching experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Ability to serve in a diverse community of colleagues, students, and parents
- Enthusiasm and communication skills to engage boys and build meaningful relationships
- Successful criminal background check
Pay
The range for this position is $4,000-$5,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
Schedule
Seasonal and part-time, starting on December 1, 2026 through March 5, 2027.