GMS Middle School Basketball Coach- Winter

The Girls' Middle School•Palo Alto, CA

1d•$35 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Girls’ Middle School (GMS) is seeking a passionate coach for its winter middle school basketball season. GMS is an inclusive independent school in Palo Alto whose athletics program competes in the West Bay Athletics League. The program welcomes students of all abilities and experience levels, emphasizing a positive, encouraging, and fun atmosphere in which students develop technical, tactical, and teamwork skills. This hourly, seasonal role runs from January 5 to March 6, 2027. The coach assists with tryouts and team configuration, leads two after-school practices per week, prepares training plans, and attends meets. Coaches must be available between 3:00 and 6:00 p.m. They transport players between school and practice or meet locations using school vans and supervise the team until all players have been picked up. Compensation is $35–$50 per hour, depending on experience. The schedule includes two two-hour practices per week, supervision until all students are picked up, and at least two meets during the season.

Requirements

Experience coaching basketball and understanding the fundamentals of the sport.
Experience coaching youth.
Ability to prepare well-organized training plans.
Availability after school from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at least two weekdays per week.
Punctuality.
Strong, clear communication skills.
Ability to work and collaborate well with youth and other coaches.
Valid California driver’s license and at least five years of driving experience.
Good driving record to drive school vans.
Must pass a background check, LiveScan, and TB (Tuberculosis) Risk Assessment.
CPR and First Aid training must be completed.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; GMS does not support work visa applications.