Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach (AY26-27)

Buckingham Browne Nichols School•Cambridge, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Buckingham Browne & Nichols is seeking a part-time Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach for the winter season. The season-long stipend is $3,000–$6,000, and the position is not eligible for employee benefits during the season. The coach will support team organization, practice planning, administrative tasks, and game oversight while promoting fair play, teamwork, character development, and respect. Coaches are expected to follow BB&N’s athletic philosophy and coaches’ manual, as well as Independent School League (ISL) and New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) rules and guidelines. The season runs from November 2026 through March 2027. The winter coaches meeting is Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Weekly practices are scheduled between 3:45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with occasional morning practices. Games usually take place on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and sometimes on other days. Post-season play occurs in March. Varsity practices and tournaments may take place during school breaks. To apply, candidates should submit an online application through the Careers at BB&N page with a cover letter, resume, and reference list, and answer all posting questions completely and thoughtfully.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire athletes to perform at their highest level, while supporting academic success and character development.
Passion for basketball and for working with middle- and high-school-aged students.
Commitment to an inclusive and equitable approach to all student athletes.
Effective and responsible communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
High standards of professional conduct and strong interpersonal skills for handling disputes, challenges, and conflicts among athletes.
Ability to adjust coaching methods to individual athletes’ needs, team dynamics, and changing circumstances.
Approachable, knowledgeable, collaborative, and eager to contribute to an athletic and learning community.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan practices and oversee games, including teaching skill techniques and preparing athletes for competitive events.
Mentor and instruct players in skill development, character development, and teamwork.
Communicate relevant information about games, practices, and other team commitments to parents and guardians.
Support and develop students with the ability or desire to compete at the collegiate level.
Attend all BB&N practices, home and away matches, in-school events, and other related athletics functions.
Model positive behavior, maintain a supportive environment, and demonstrate professionalism.
Work collaboratively with other coaches, parents, and community members.
Seek assistance when emergencies arise.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Operate in accordance with BB&N’s athletic philosophy and coaches’ manual and follow ISL and NEPSAC rules and guidelines.