Boys Basketball JV Coach

Cambridge Public Schools•Cambridge, MA

23h

About The Position

The Junior Varsity Coach reports directly to the Head Coach, Director of Athletics, and High School Principal, collaborates closely with the Head Coach, and carries out assignments as directed. The coach is responsible for supporting the basketball program and helping nurture and develop participating students in a respectful environment that balances academics and athletics. The role includes communicating with families, school staff, community members, and college coaches; encouraging continued participation in high school sports; monitoring students’ academic progress; and supporting athletes with college applications, recruiting introductions in accordance with NCAA regulations, and scholarship opportunities. The position runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, with a flat contract amount of $3,849. Payments are submitted to payroll twice per season: once midway through the season and once at the end.

Requirements

Previous successful playing and/or coaching experience is required.
Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
Online Concussion Education Certification.
Online Implicit Bias Education Certification.
Fulfillment of MIAA Coaches Education Requirements and state requirements.
Completion of a CORI form and fingerprinting background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Head Coach and carry out assignments as directed.
Schedule practice sessions at appropriate times and submit the schedule to the Head Coach.
Assist with the issuance, security, and upkeep of equipment.
Meet with the Athletic Management Team and other coaches as requested.
Ensure that M.I.A.A. rules and regulations are known and followed by players and coaches in the program.
Keep records as requested.
Conduct clinics for elementary students and participate in clinics to enhance personal knowledge of the sport.
Ensure athletes’ safety and security during practices, games, in locker rooms, and while traveling to games or meets.
Assist with the varsity team as needed and perform other duties assigned by the Head Coach and/or Director of Athletics.
Establish communication with other adults to identify resources that can enhance CRLS athletics.
Work with community members involved in youth sports to encourage students to continue participating in sports at the high school level.
Develop outreach to athletes’ parents and other adults who care about the athletes, including through booster clubs.
Maintain a balance between students’ academic and athletic experiences and closely follow each student’s academic progress.
Work with student-athletes, guidance counselors, and parents on college application and selection.
Contact college coaches and introduce CRLS athletes to coaches in accordance with NCAA regulations.
Identify college scholarship opportunities for athletes.