Birney K-8 - Appendix B - Boys Basketball Coach; EXTERNAL

Birney K-8 - Appendix B - Boys Basketball Coach (EXTERNAL)

Apply for the Birney K-8 - Appendix B - Boys Basketball Coach (EXTERNAL) role at Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
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• Position Title:
  
  Boys Middle School Basketball Coach
• Reports To:
  
  Building Principal / Athletic Director
• Salary: $1,600.00 Stipend per the SEA CBA
• Start Date:
  
  November 3, 2025
• End Date:
  January 24, 2026

Base pay range: $1,600.00 / yr – $1,600.00 / yr

The middle school boys' basketball coach is responsible for teaching, guiding, and mentoring students in the fundamentals of basketball, promoting and demonstrating teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, while ensuring a safe and positive athletic experience. The coach will plan and lead practices, develop game strategies, and foster the personal and athletic development of student‑athletes.

• Plan, organize, and supervise all practices, games, and team events.
• Teach the fundamentals of basketball, including rules, techniques, and strategies, appropriate to the developmental level of students in grades 5‑8.
• Consistently model and promote good sportsmanship, teamwork, and mutual respect; treat every player with dignity, fostering a strong sense of self‑worth and belonging, while upholding respect for opponents, officials, and spectators.
• Always ensure the safety and well‑being of all players, including proper conditioning, warm‑up, and supervision.
• Develop and communicate clear expectations for student‑athletes and maintain discipline according to school and athletic department policies.
• Work collaboratively with the Middle School Athletic Director to manage team schedules, equipment, facilities, and transportation or any other needs.
• Maintain open and timely communication with parents, athletes, and school staff regarding team matters.
• Model professional behavior, integrity, and ethical coaching standards always.
• Uphold academic eligibility standards and support the academic success of all team members.
• Support player development by ensuring every athlete has an opportunity to play in every game.
• Attend all required district or school coaching meetings and training courses.
• Comply with all school district, league, and athletic association rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Ability to effectively teach and motivate young athletes at varying skill levels.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate proper skills and drills to athletes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and community.
• Demonstrates the ability to inspire confidence in student‑athletes by fostering positive emotions such as enthusiasm, joy, and excitement.
• Background check clearance required.
• Prior coaching experience, particularly with youth or middle school athletes.

Entry Level

Full‑time

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