Basketball Coach

Franklin School•Jersey City, NJ

About The Position

Franklin seeks a Varsity Basketball Coach to lead its Winter 2026 boys basketball program. The coach will work closely with the Director of Athletics to build a program focused on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while maintaining a safe and positive environment for student-athletes. The season runs November 30 through March 15. The schedule is part-time, primarily weekday afternoons with occasional weekends, and compensation is $6,000. Coaches at Franklin serve as mentors as well as teachers. The coach will join a collaborative athletic department focused on developing student-athletes as athletes, leaders, and engaged citizens.

Requirements

At least 5 years of high school and/or club basketball coaching experience.
Ability to mentor, inspire, and connect with student-athletes.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of team culture.
Complete the required New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association coaching requirements.
Complete CPR / First Aid, NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching, NFHS Concussion in Sports, NFHS Heat Illness Prevention, NFHS Implicit Bias, and BeNice Mental Health Education certifications before the first practice. Candidates may be hired conditionally before completing these certifications.
Successfully complete a background check.
Provide professional references as part of the hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Certifications and licenses from NFHS or sport federations are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and lead engaging practices and competitive strategies.
Model and cultivate teamwork, leadership, accountability, and commitment.
Supervise student-athletes daily.
Supervise and travel with student-athletes to and from all practices and competitions.
Prioritize student-athlete health and safety, including immediately reporting injuries to the Athletic Director and school health office.
Be responsible for medical equipment at practices, during travel, and at competitions.
Report scores, maintain attendance, and provide program updates to the Athletic Department.
Manage equipment and uniforms and ensure accountability.
Communicate with parents and players in a timely and effective manner.
Read and follow Athletic Department policies outlined in the Athletic Handbook.
Foster strong relationships with athletes, families, colleagues, and the Franklin community.
Show respect for officials and serve as a role model in sportsmanship.