Head JV Basketball & Assistant JV Basketball Coaches (AY26-27)

Buckingham Browne Nichols School • Cambridge, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N) is seeking a Head JV Basketball Coach and an Assistant JV Basketball Coach for the boys’ team. These are part-time, stipend-based positions for the winter season and are not eligible for employee benefits. Coaches support team organization, including practice planning and administrative tasks, and set examples of fair play, teamwork, character, and respect. They 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 JV season runs from November 2026 through February 2027. Practices are generally scheduled within the 3:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. time frame, with occasional morning practices. Games usually take place on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and sometimes on other days. Coaches attend the winter coaches meeting on November 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., and all practices, home and away matches, in-school events, and other related athletics functions. Compensation is a season-long stipend of $2,500 to $6,000.

BB&N is a day school in Cambridge, Massachusetts, serving students in Pre-K through grade 12. The school describes itself as committed to becoming an anti-racist institution and as an academically excellent, diverse, and inclusive community. Its stated core values are Inquiry, Integrity, Belonging, and Kindness. BB&N welcomes candidates who will increase its diversity and encourages candidates of color and other diverse candidates to apply.

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, or conflicts among athletes.
• Ability to adjust coaching methods to individual athletes’ needs, team dynamics, and changing circumstances.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Approachable, knowledgeable, collaborative, and eager to be an active member of a dynamic athletic and learning community.

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 team commitments to parents and guardians.
• 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.
• Follow BB&N’s athletic philosophy and coaches’ manual and adhere to ISL and NEPSAC rules and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed