Coach- Basketball, Boys Varsity

Codman Academy Charter School•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach oversees Codman Academy’s boys varsity basketball program, including training, competitions, and coaching student-athletes. The coach must follow MCSAO/MIAA rules and regulations, along with requirements established by the Codman Academy District Board and athletic administration. The contract runs from December 2025 through February 2026. Practice times may vary, and compensation is a $3,500 stipend. The successful candidate will develop players’ athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and sportsmanship; organize practices and competitions; maintain program records and equipment; and support student-athlete safety and conduct. The coach is expected to represent the district professionally, maintain nondiscriminatory practices, and participate in professional development as determined by the Athletic Director.

Requirements

1–3 years of basketball coaching experience; coaching experience is stated as preferred.
Effective coaching knowledge, techniques, and skills.
Knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of basketball.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, governing organizations (MCSAO), opponents, staff, parents, and students.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate in spoken and written words.
Ability to relate to students and teach them on and off the area of play.
Willingness to accept a high level of accountability.
Ability to assess players and coaches effectively.
Must pass a CORI check.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of basketball coaching experience; coaching experience is described as preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual athletic growth, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
Use varied instructional techniques and media to meet student-athletes’ needs and improve their basketball abilities.
Coordinate the development and promotion of the basketball program.
Develop a regular practice schedule and organize practice time for individual and team development.
Hold a preseason meeting with interested student-athletes and contact parents before tryouts.
Apply and enforce student discipline during contests, practices, and trips off school property.
Encourage conduct aligned with Codman’s Habits of Scholarship throughout athletic participation.
Take necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing and bullying.
Maintain and secure equipment and uniforms.
Maintain records to ensure compliance with applicable MCSAO/MIAA regulations and ensure those regulations are followed.
Participate in special activities, including senior night, banquets, award nights, and pep assemblies.
Follow established procedures when an athlete is injured.
Represent Codman Academy District and the basketball program professionally.
Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Attend coach development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities as determined by the Athletic Director.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written words and relate to and teach students on and off the area of play.
Assess players and coaches effectively and accept a high level of accountability.