Girls JV Basketball Coach August 2026

Waverly Community Schools•Lansing, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

WAVERLY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS is seeking a Girls JV Basketball Coach for the August 2026 season. The position is located at Waverly High School and is a seasonal employment opportunity. The coach will be responsible for developing and communicating team goals, maintaining open communication with students, parents, and staff, and supporting student academic expectations. The role requires knowledge of best coaching practices, MHSAA rules and regulations, and the ability to promote a positive and safe environment for student-athletes.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma
Playing experience at the high school or college level and/or coaching experience required.
Proof of First Aid and CPR certification prior to first day of coaching
Must provide certificate of completion for online concussion training course from either the Centers for Disease Control of the National Federation of State High School Associations prior to the first day of coaching.
Must have attended MHSAA Cap Program or wiliness to attend.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to demonstrate the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring when interacting with staff, students, and community members.

Responsibilities

Developing and communicating clear and specific goals for the team and individual players throughout tryouts and the season.
Maintaining open and honest communication with students, parents, other coaches, and Athletic Director.
Developing and demonstrating a good knowledge base of best practices specific to their coaching arena.
Supporting and collaborating with coaches in other athletic programs.
Modeling and teaching skills necessary to succeed.
Supporting student academic expectations, responsibilities, and achievements.
Developing the knowledge and understanding of Waverly policies and procedures as it applies to athletics.
Promoting and enforcing the student-athlete code of conduct.
Connecting athletic experiences with life experiences.
Knowledge of MHSAA rules and regulations.
Providing an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration among coaches and players.
Becoming an integral part of and developing rapport with the Waverly community including administration, coaches, parents, and students.
Modeling good sportsmanship always.
Creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for student athletes.
Understanding their leadership style and its impact on student-athletes.
Game and practice attire should be professional and appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.