Freshman Girls Basketball Coach

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

The Freshman Girls Basketball Coach is responsible for developing and leading the freshman-level girls basketball team. This position emphasizes teaching fundamental basketball skills, fostering teamwork, promoting sportsmanship, and preparing athletes for progression to higher levels of competition within the program.

Coaching & Player Development

Teach and develop fundamental basketball skills, strategies, and team concepts appropriate for freshman-level athletes.

Plan, organize, and conduct regular practices and team meetings.

Provide instruction that emphasizes player development, effort, and character building.

Ensure that players understand and execute offensive and defensive systems consistent with the overall basketball program.

Program Coordination

Collaborate with the Head Varsity Coach to ensure program alignment and continuity across all levels.

Participate in program meetings, clinics, and professional development opportunities.

Maintain open communication with players, parents, and other coaching staff.

Team Management

Supervise athletes at all team functions (practices, games, travel).

Enforce team rules, academic expectations, and athletic code of conduct.

Manage equipment and uniforms responsibly and report inventory needs.

Safety & Compliance

Prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of all players.

Ensure adherence to school, district, and league policies.

Maintain current CPR/First Aid and required coaching certifications.

Previous basketball playing or coaching experience required; high school-level coaching experience preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to motivate and mentor young student-athletes.

Commitment to academic success, sportsmanship, and positive team culture.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.