Varsity Girls Basketball Assistant Coach

About the Role

The Varsity Girls Basketball Assistant Coach supports the Varsity Girls Basketball program to develop student-athletes spiritually, academically, socially, and athletically. This role works closely with the Varsity Head Coach to create a competitive, positive, and Christ-centered environment where student-athletes grow in confidence, skill, discipline, character, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Program Support and Alignment
  • Support the vision, expectations, and structure established by the Varsity Head Coach and LCA Athletics.
  • Help establish and reinforce consistent terminology, fundamentals, team expectations, and program culture.
  • Promote a positive, team-first environment centered on growth, effort, accountability, competitiveness, and sportsmanship.
  • Work collaboratively with the head coach and coaching staff to support program development.
  • Reinforce team standards and expectations consistently with student-athletes.
• Coaching and Instruction
  • Assist with planning and leading structured, competitive, and development-focused practices.
  • Teach basketball fundamentals, individual skills, offensive and defensive concepts, and team strategy.
  • Provide individual and small-group instruction to improve technical and tactical skills.
  • Assist with game preparation, in-game coaching, substitutions, scouting, film review, and statistics.
  • Provide clear, constructive feedback to help athletes improve individually and as a team.
• Player Development and Evaluation
  • Assist in evaluating athlete performance and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Support the development of basketball IQ, skill, toughness, confidence, effort, teamwork, and leadership.
  • Reinforce accountability, coachability, sportsmanship, commitment, and positive team behavior.
  • Build meaningful relationships with student-athletes while maintaining appropriate standards.
  • Create an environment where athletes feel challenged, supported, and encouraged to reach their potential.
• Administrative Responsibilities
  • Assist with scheduling, communication, equipment, uniforms, transportation, and other team logistics.
  • Ensure compliance with OHSAA regulations, school policies, and Athletic Department expectations.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with athletes, parents, school staff, and the Athletic Department.
  • Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices and games.
  • Attend required coaches meetings, trainings, and program events.
• Spiritual and Character Development
  • Support the school’s Christian mission through coaching, communication, and leadership.
  • Model Christ-centered behavior and encourage spiritual and personal growth among student-athletes.
  • Use basketball as a platform to develop character, humility, discipline, resilience, teamwork, and servant leadership.
  • Encourage athletes to represent Liberty Christian Academy with excellence, respect, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Coaching or playing experience in basketball, preferably at the high school, college, AAU, middle school, or competitive youth level.
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, skill development, and team concepts.
• Strong teaching mindset with the ability to encourage, challenge, and develop student-athletes.
• Effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Varsity Head Coach, coaching staff, and Athletic Department.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Liberty Christian Academy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous high school, college, AAU, or competitive basketball coaching experience.
• Current Pupil Activity Permit or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience with player development, scouting, film breakdown, or game preparation.
• Ability to contribute in multiple areas of the program and take ownership of delegated responsibilities.