Middle School Assistant Basketball Coach

Responsibilities

• Aid the Head Basketball Coach in planning and conducting organized, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate basketball practices.
• Teach and reinforce fundamental basketball skills, team concepts, sportsmanship, discipline, and game strategy appropriate for student-athletes.
• Assist with practices and games according to the basketball season schedule.
• Help prepare the team for games and competitions while emphasizing teamwork, effort, sportsmanship, and Christ-like character.
• Provide individual instruction, encouragement, and feedback to student-athletes to support their athletic and personal development.
• Aid the Head Coach with game-day responsibilities, including player preparation, bench responsibilities, substitutions, and team organization as directed.
• Distribute, collect, and properly care for team uniforms and equipment.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with the Head Coach, Athletic Director, players, and parents regarding team expectations, schedules, practices, games, and program policies.
• Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive environment for all players.
• Provide appropriate mentorship and encouragement to student-athletes both on and off the court.
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Head Basketball Coach and Athletic Director regarding scheduling, program expectations, player development, and team needs.

Requirements

• Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, evident in both personal and professional life.
• Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement of Cherry Hills Christian School.
• Prior coaching experience and/or collegiate basketball playing experience preferred.
• Possess the ability to mentor student-athletes in their Christian faith, basketball skills, character development, and life skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of basketball fundamentals, team concepts, rules, and strategies.
• Be willing and able to work collaboratively under the direction of the Head Basketball Coach.
• Be adept at engaging with student-athletes and families and helpful in making parents confident in their choice of Cherry Hills Christian.
• Understand and embrace Christian education, having a biblical perspective on athletics and competition.
• Be able to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, parents, coaches, faculty, and staff.
• Be personable, energetic, approachable, and enthusiastic.
• Report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to collaborate with colleagues and other members of the Athletic Department.
• Proficient in technology and able to use technology for communication, scheduling, and team organization.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must possess a CPR certification or be willing to obtain one before the season.
• Agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement of Cherry Hills Christian School.

Position Details

• Position Type: Seasonal, Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• Practice Schedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:45–5:15 p.m.; game days vary
• Pay: Stipend - $1,5000–$1,750, (based on experience)
• Supervisor: Athletic Director (in collaboration with the Head Basketball Coach)
• Accepting applications through September 15, 2026.