Head Coach, Elementary Basketball

Kamehameha Schools • Maui Campus, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus is seeking a head coach for its elementary basketball team for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a temporary, seasonal position paid by a one-time stipend of $2,708 at the end of the season.

The coach is responsible for coordinating, or assisting with coordination of, the Kamehameha Athletic Sports program. The role includes coaching and instructing students and performing other duties needed to develop players and teams in keeping with Kamehameha’s philosophy of athletics. The coach organizes and supervises practices and games, supports student-athletes’ development, and handles related administrative and communication responsibilities.

The position is based at the Maui Campus in Makawao, Hawaii. Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday during normal business hours, with frequent evening and weekend hours. Work takes place in an office or school environment and may also be conducted in non-standard workplaces. Travel to various locations, including neighbor islands, may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of coaching experience.
• National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Fundamentals of Coaching Certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working effectively with students, coaches, KS staff, physicians, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including frequent evenings and weekends.
• Physical activity including walking, standing, dancing, running, bending, crouching, reaching, lifting, and carrying.

Nice To Haves

• High school or collegiate athletic participation.
• High school or collegiate coaching experience.
• Sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of basketball, including rules and regulations, skills, tactics, and techniques, and translate that knowledge into athlete instruction and performance evaluation.
• Teach individual and team skills, assess athlete and team progress, identify outcomes beyond winning and losing, and help athletes reach their potential while addressing individual needs.
• Organize and supervise safe, efficient, well-planned practices and games; use coaching staff effectively and prepare the team for competition.
• Conduct oneself ethically and professionally as a positive role model; respect, motivate, encourage, and inspire athletes.
• Develop a team concept within the values-driven framework of Kamehameha Schools; promote sportsmanship, respect for rules and officials, and a balance between skill development and team concepts.
• Provide athletes with an enjoyable environment and experience.
• Handle administrative duties, including resolving disciplinary issues, confirming student-athlete medical and academic eligibility, completing grade checks, maintaining records and timesheets, and meeting human resources requirements.
• Use and care for equipment and uniforms responsibly; assist equipment and locker room personnel as needed, with sport planning and budgeting, and equipment inventory.
• Communicate effectively with athletes, parents, faculty, administrators, other coaches, and the community; provide information to the school and media promptly and promote the program in local and state communities.

Benefits

• The position is paid by a one-time stipend of $2,708 at the end of the season.
• Kamehameha Schools describes a Total Rewards Program intended to support employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED