Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach

Reports to:   Director of Athletics

FT/PT/R/T:  Part-Time, Temporary, Winter 2024-2025

University Prep (UPrep) is seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach. We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. We need a leader who understands best practices in coaching basketball and thrives on working independently as well as part of a team. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

Who We Are:

University Prep (UPrep) is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are embodied in all facets of our school culture. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary:

Under minimal supervision, assists with the University Prep Girls Basketball Program. Season begins on November 18 and concludes in mid-February. Practices and games are held Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Overall program development and planning in collaboration with the Head Coach
• Supports vision to sustain and grow the girls basketball program
• Teaches appropriate fundamentals, techniques, strategies and skills
• Recruitment of coaching staff and the development and management of practice/game protocols and procedures
• Ability to promote a positive team culture that emphasis sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce all safety procedures and protocols
• Is responsible for health and safety of the athletes
• Articulates a well-defined and understandable coaching philosophy to players and families
• Applies developmentally and age appropriate methods to coaching student-athletes
• Prepares detailed practice and game plans
• Emphasizes sportsmanship and leadership among athletes
• Clearly communicates to players, parents, administrators and staff
• Positively motivates athletes and promotes teamwork
• Inventories and organizes gear and uniforms; requests new purchases as needed
• Attends all meetings required by league and/or Athletic Director
• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field from a four-year college or university preferred
• Demonstrated competence and experience in coaching basketball required
• Ability to energize and positively motivate players
• Recent successful coaching experience in an Upper School environment preferred
• Must possess or be willing to obtain valid First Aid/CPR card
• Must complete WIAA coach education requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must be a strong, successful basketball player and coach
• Deep knowledge of the intricacies of the game of basketball
• Understanding of the developmental needs of upper school- aged students
• Efficient, well organized, and able to handle a variety of duties simultaneously
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the students and program
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
• Sense of humor, energy and enthusiasm and ability to hold students and oneself to high expectations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
• Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
• Ability to use hands and finger, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Some local travel may be required

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary Stipend is based on experience and ranges from $3,900-5,500 depending on experience
• Stipend paid in three installments on the last working day of Dec, Jan and Feb
• This position is eligible for statutory benefits only

If this sounds like you, complete our online employment application.

Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep. Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

University Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, caste, national or ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, disability, use of a trained service animal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.

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