JR High JV Girls Basketball Coach - Winter 2026-2027

JR High JV Girls Basketball Coach - Winter 2026-2027 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Wheatland, PA $5,630 a year - Part-time School District of Lancaster 63 reviews $5,630 a year - Part-time Description To organize, administer, facilitate and maintain a successful middle school athletic team which supports and feeds the freshmen team and supports the JV/Varsity program of the School District of Lancaster. Essential and Marginal Functions Essential Functions Adhere to paperwork deadlines - eligibility lists, team roster, transportation schedules, inventory sheets, equipment order forms, assistant coaches' evaluations, and various other paperwork required by the SDoL, LL League, and PIA Possess a thorough understanding of all PIAA and NFHS rules appropriate to the sport Delegate duties to assistant coaches Adhere to attendance, eligibility and discipline policies Collect and inventory equipment Attend scheduled meetings with head varsity coach Attend trainings, clinics, or conferences provided by the head varsity coach or athletic director Attend all JV/Varsity practices which occur prior to the start of the middle school season Communicate regularly with youth coaches running programs which serve as feeder programs Actively recruit students and encourage participation Maintain student participation during the season Provide team building activities throughout the year Ensure that all coaches are positive role models for students Supervise coaches as they perform delegated duties Conduct thorough evaluations (written and discussed) of assistant coaches at the end of the season Teach techniques, strategies, and tactics which align with the varsity program and prepare athletes to move to that level Prepare season-long, monthly, and weekly plans for preparation and improvement (instruction, drill, competition, conditioning, and recovery) Prepare and communicate a written practice plan for each practice Create daily practice plans which include clear objectives and organization that reflect season-long, monthly, and weekly plans Provide time for instruction, drill, and competition as appropriate Model respect toward athletes, official, opposing team and spectators Teach respect toward teammates, opposing team, officials and spectators Provide written communication to athletes and parents which define standards of behavior Administer consistent, fair and firm discipline Work in cooperation with SDoL administrators, teachers, and support staff. Develop and demonstrate positive relationships with SDoL administrators, teachers, and support staff Provide year-round opportunities for athletes in the form of open gyms, camps, and/or competitive leagues Encourage athletes to continue participating at the freshman level Support the decisions and philosophy of the head varsity coach Other duties assigned by supervisor Marginal Functions Visit youth teams during the season (i.e. Sertoma, LRC, etc) Assist with the raising of funds through booster club/parent organization Qualifications Demonstrated successful experience playing the sport or coaching the sport at the middle school/youth level Teaching certification or the ability to demonstrate a strong understanding of pedagogy Current CPR/First Aid Certification National coaching certification preferred (ASEP/NFHS/Other Governing Body) Understanding of basic fundamentals and movements of the sport Knowledge of current trends, tactics, strategies, and skills of the sport Ability to communicate effectively with students, coaches, parents, faculty members and administrators Experience working with urban students Availability to organize and implement a year-round training program Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENT

Physical Standing for three hours Bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grabbing - frequent Sensory Ability to speak clearly and distinctly Visual acuity to observe practice and games Temperament Ability to work with coaches and students Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with people Must be cooperative, congenial and service oriented Must motivate students Mental Demands Ability to interpret detailed written and verbal communication Ability to function in a fast paced high pressure work setting High degree of patience and tolerance Environment Inside the McCaskey Campus and middle school buildings McCaskey Campus athletic fields and middle school athletic fields On buses transporting students At opposing teams' buildings and athletic fields The School District of Lancaster provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation. The data you provide on this form will be kept confidential and used solely for analytical and reporting requirement purposes.