Coaching: Boys Basketball (Head Coach and Assistant)

About the role

The goal of the athletics program at Excel Academy Charter School is to provide students with the opportunity to experience leadership, overcome adversity, build character, and make a positive impact on their high school experience. In order for students to achieve our mission it is essential that coaches uphold our values and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead daily practices that focus on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and preparation for competition.
• Coach and supervise student-athletes during all scheduled games, tournaments, and school-approved events, including evenings and weekends as required.
• Maintain consistent communication with the coaching staff to support player development, program alignment, and smooth progression within the volleyball program.
• Uphold and enforce all school, league, and athletic department policies, including expectations related to conduct, attendance, and eligibility.
• Serve as a positive role model for student-athletes by promoting academic responsibility, respectful behavior, and good sportsmanship.
• Aid in equipment management, gym setup and breakdown, and maintaining a safe and organized practice and competition environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Previous experience playing soccer at the high school or collegiate level, or demonstrated knowledge of volleyball rules, strategies, and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively with high school–aged student-athletes and support their athletic, academic, and personal growth.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate with athletic staff, school administrators, parents/guardians, and students.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and development-focused team culture.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or degree preferred.
• Previous experience playing soccer at the high school or collegiate level, or demonstrated knowledge of volleyball rules, strategies, and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively with high school–aged student-athletes and support their athletic, academic, and personal growth.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate with athletic staff, school administrators, parents/guardians, and students.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and development-focused team culture.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as required.

Skills

• Ability to uphold and enforce all school, league, and athletic department policies.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with athletic staff, school administrators, parents/guardians, and students.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and development-focused team culture.
• Flexibility to work a flexible schedule, including afternoons, evenings, and weekends as required.

Benefits

• Stipend Head Coach: $3,000 per season, plus postseason bonuses.
• Assistant Coach: $1,750 per season, plus postseason bonuses.

Pay

• Head Coach: $3,000 per season, plus postseason bonuses.
• Assistant Coach: $1,750 per season, plus postseason bonuses.

Schedule

• 4 - 6 days/week for approximately 10-16 hours per week (afterschool time and weekends).