Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

Oregon Episcopal School•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Oregon Episcopal School is seeking a Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. The coach is responsible for confirming and maintaining the team roster, coordinating roster updates with the Athletic Department, and keeping the department informed about player additions, absences, removals, injuries, and participation clearances. The coach communicates regularly with players and families about schedules, expectations, and events, and manages team equipment and uniforms throughout the season. The coach plans and leads practices that develop basketball skills, strategy, and personal growth, and is expected to attend all practices, games, and bus rides to away contests. The role includes preparing players for games and fostering a positive team culture centered on sportsmanship, inclusion, teamwork, respect, and responsibility. The coach also supports players’ emotional and social well-being and collaborates with school staff, assistant coaches, faculty, and athletic personnel. The coach advocates for OES Basketball and informs players about the Upper School program to encourage continued engagement. The position is scheduled for November 30, 2026, through February 27, 2027. Compensation is $3,500–$5,200. Applicants should apply through www.oes.edu/careers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Previous basketball coaching experience.
Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
First Aid Card.
Fingerprinting/criminal check.
Completion of all OES requirements and employment forms.

Nice To Haves

High ethical and professional standards.
Desire and ability to serve as a role model for student-athletes on and off the field.
Commitment to academic excellence for all students.
Thorough knowledge of basketball, skill development, and coaching techniques.
Demonstrated ability to be a positive leader within the middle school program and to develop and instruct young athletes physically and emotionally.
Ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated confidentiality regarding information pertaining to students, faculty, and staff.

Responsibilities

Confirm the team roster, maintain its accuracy, and coordinate updates with the Athletic Department.
Keep the Athletic Department informed of player additions, consistent absences, or removals.
Communicate with the Athletic Department and athletic trainer about injuries and eligibility to participate after clearance.
Regularly update families and players regarding schedules, expectations, and events.
Organize, maintain, and account for team equipment during the season; collect and return uniforms.
Plan and lead practices that promote skill development, strategy, and personal growth.
Attend all practices, games, and bus rides to away contests.
Prepare players for games and ensure they are equipped, informed, and ready.
Foster a positive team culture emphasizing sportsmanship, inclusion, and teamwork.
Model respect, responsibility, and sportsmanship in interactions.
Monitor and encourage the emotional and social wellness of team members.
Collaborate with Upper School programs, assistant coaches, faculty, and athletic personnel to support athletes.
Advocate for OES Basketball and inform players about the Upper School program to encourage long-term engagement.