Basketball Coach

PM; away games end around 6:00 PM. Game duration may vary depending on travel distance from Bank Street. - Part-time, hourly position About Bank Street School for Children A leader in progressive education for more than 100 years, the Bank Street School for Children provides students, from nursery through 8th grade, an education that engages their natural curiosity, nurtures critical thinking, and helps to develop a sense of community and social responsibility. Through a fundamentally hands-on, child-centered teaching approach, Bank Street students develop the courage and confidence to think independently, work collaboratively, understand themselves and others more deeply, and possess the compassion to make meaning of the world around them. About the Position The Basketball Coach leads Bank Street's Upper School Basketball team, conducting weekly practices and coaching games throughout the Winter season. Under the supervision of the Auxiliary Programs team, the coach promotes Bank Street's values of sportsmanship, integrity, and youth development while fostering a positive, inclusive team environment. The ideal candidate is a dynamic coach with experience working with 5th- through 8th-grade students, a strong understanding of social-emotional learning, and a commitment to helping student-athletes develop their skills, confidence, teamwork, and character both on and off the court. Key Responsibilities Coaching and Instruction - Create and submit practice plans - Conduct practices and coach games two to three days per week - Set up and clean up equipment and facilities before and after practices and games - Implement appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of students Student Supervision and Mentorship - Supervise students and staff members throughout the sports clinic - Build relationships with students, faculty, and family members - Serve as an effective communicator who can mentor students - Model professional leadership and encourage positive behavior by adhering to Bank Street rules and regulations - Oversee the dismissal of students after every practice and game Communication and Administration - Communicate weekly with families via email - Handle administrative responsibilities as necessary - Uphold Bank Street's principles and values of equity, diversity, and inclusion Qualifications Required - High school diploma - Experience playing or coaching soccer with youth athletes or school-age children - Availability to attend all team practices, games, and meetings across the fall season - Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain certification prior to the start of the season - Willingness to collaborate as part of a team and to develop skills in working with individual children, small groups, and the whole group Preferred - Bachelor's degree - Experience coaching 5th through 8th grade students - Understanding of social and emotional learning - Experience in youth sports and family engagement activities - Prior experience working as part of the Bank Street community