Job Description

King School is an independent, college preparatory day school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. We are a diverse, vibrant learning community dedicated to educational excellence and the fullest academic and personal achievement of our students.

King School is looking for qualified applicants with basketball coaching experience for the JV Boys Basketball Head Coach position. Highly motivated candidates possessing strong leadership, communication, and teaching skills are encouraged to apply. The JV Head Coach will have responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the JV team and will work closely with the Varsity Head Coach to support the ongoing development, growth, and improvement of the King Boys Basketball program.

The JV Head Coach will execute effective teaching and coaching techniques to help athletes optimize their athletic skill, acumen and attitude, with a strong emphasis on development and preparation for future varsity participation. The JV Head Coach will also constructively collaborate with students and adults in a positive spirit; display and promote sportsmanship and citizenship; and demonstrate a commitment to King’s Virtues and Diversity Policy.

King School is a founding member of the Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) and the Boys Basketball Program currently plays in the New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC). The JV Head Coach will be expected to uphold and promote the mission and philosophy of the King School and the Athletics Department, while following applicable league and school rules and expectations.

Responsibilities and Primary Duties

• Provide leadership for the JV Boys Basketball team and serve as a positive role model for student-athletes across campus. 

• Support social-emotional health and well-being along with skill, leadership, and character development for JV student-athletes. 

• Develop and maintain an environment of competitive growth, continuous improvement, and strong player development. 

• Instill a positive team culture of support, respect, inclusion, sportsmanship and citizenship, while maintaining consistent and timely communication with athletes and families in collaboration with the Varsity Head Coach and Athletic Department. 

• Draw from a strong working knowledge of basketball to plan and facilitate daily, meaningful practices and execute effective teaching and coaching techniques during competitions.

• Work closely with the Varsity Head Coach to align terminology, systems, expectations,and player development across the Boys Basketball program.

• Evaluate student-athletes and provide meaningful feedback that supports individual improvement and readiness for future varsity opportunities. 

• Proactively support and promote classroom, academic, and scholarly efforts of student-athletes.

• Collaborate with the Varsity Head Coach and Athletic Department regarding team operations, player development, and program needs.

• Support the promotion of King Athletics and King Boys Basketball at school and in the external community.

• Support approved out-of-season and summer activities, training, and conditioning opportunities for student-athletes as appropriate.

• Utilize Athletic Department and school resources, including Athlete Health Services, Athletic Trainers, strength and speed coaches, Student Support Team, sports info and

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