Coach, Head Varsity Girls Basketball (3245)

Natick Public Schools • Natick, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools seek a Coach Head Varsity Girls Basketball for the Winter (2026-27) season. Natick Public Schools is an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district dedicated to educating approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22. The district is committed to providing high-quality services for a diverse student population and fostering a safe, trusting, and respectful environment where learning is exciting, dynamic, and engaging. The district values connectedness and belonging, serving families who speak nearly 60 languages. With a 97% graduation rate and 90% of students attending post-secondary schools, Natick Public Schools is proud of its commitment to excellence and preparing students for global citizenship. The district welcomes educators who thrive in a diverse environment and focus on the whole child using a strengths-based approach. They are seeking partners to support diversity, promote equitable practices, and create meaningful connections for inclusion and thriving.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of certifications as required by MIAA.
• Solid foundation in student-centered coaching.
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of adolescents.
• Understanding of theories and methodologies for coaching adolescents.
• Understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of adolescents.
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed.
• Ability to create a welcoming team environment for student athletes.
• Ability to coach and support students in improving their individual and team skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Passion for working with students, families, and colleagues.
• Flexibility and collaboration.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth.
• Organization and ability to meet ongoing, time-sensitive deadlines for work production.
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

• Experience coaching in a diverse public school preferred but not required.
• Experience working with students with disabilities/special abilities preferred.
• Experience working with students who are English language learners preferred.
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate.
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support student-athletes to reach their full potential through athletic development, character building, teamwork, and a commitment to lifelong success both on and off the court.
• Fulfill duties assigned by the Athletic Director.
• Complete all necessary trainings as assigned by Natick Public Schools.
• Identify and address bias and its impact on rigor and opportunity for students.
• Perform any other relative duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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