Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach

Job Description

Job Description

Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach

Beaver Country Day School | Chestnut Hill, MA

Position: Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach
Location: Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Season: November 9, 2026 – March 12, 2027
Compensation: $7,000–$9,000 Stipend

About the Role

Beaver Country Day School is seeking a passionate, energetic, and experienced Girls Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach to join our successful Upper School athletics program for the 2026-2027 winter season.

This is an outstanding opportunity to help build upon the strong tradition of excellence within Beaver's girls basketball program while mentoring and developing student-athletes both on and off the court. We are looking for a coach who is committed to player development, competitive excellence, and fostering a positive, team-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and leading engaging, competitive practices.
• Help develop individual player skills, basketball IQ, and team strategies.
• Support game preparation, scouting, and in-game coaching.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable team environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with student-athletes while serving as a positive mentor and role model.
• Encourage sportsmanship, leadership, and personal growth.
• Assist with program operations, including equipment, communication, and team logistics.
• Collaborate with the coaching staff and athletic department to support the continued success of the program.
• Help attract and retain student-athletes interested in joining Beaver's basketball program.

Schedule

• Season: November 9, 2026 – March 12, 2027
• Practices: Monday–Friday
• Typically 3:45 PM – 5:30 PM
• Varsity practices may extend later on certain days.
• Weekend Commitment:
• Saturday practices throughout the season.
• Games:
• Approximately 2–3 games per week
• Around 25 games during the season.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of basketball coaching experience and/or competitive playing experience at the collegiate or high school level.
• Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, player development, and team strategy.
• Ability to plan and lead engaging, challenging, and well-organized practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for mentoring high school student-athletes in a positive and meaningful way.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with the Head Coach, athletic department, and school community.
• Previous varsity coaching experience is preferred.
• Ability to recruit and attract prospective student-athletes to Beaver Country Day School is a plus.

Compensation

• Competitive seasonal stipend of $7,000–$9,000 , based on experience and qualifications.