Girls’ Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach (Position Available Immediately)
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Identical to previous postings, presenting a decent medium-level opportunity for part-time coaching without significant financial return.
- Stipend: $1,800 - $2,800
- Flexibility in work schedules
- Focus on youth athlete development
Pros
- Part-time flexibility conducive to other pursuits
- Experience related to coaching in a respected institution
- Direct influence on athlete development
Cons
- Limited stipend may discourage seasoned professionals
- Only part-time roles available with insufficient income
- Considerable time and energy invested in coaching duties
Who it's for
Entry to Intermediate • Part-time, on-site
Good fit
- New coaches or individuals passionate about sports mentoring
- Mentors who want to influence youth in athletics
- Candidates interested in part-time opportunities in sports
Not recommended for
- Job seekers requiring full-time employment
- Experienced coaches unsatisfied with low pay
- Those with no interest in basketball
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Overview
The Kew-Forest School is a co-educational independent day school located in Forest Hills, Queens, New York that serves a diverse population of approximately 225 students in Preschool (3-year-olds) through Grade 12. Founded in 1918, Kew-Forest is the longest-serving college preparatory school in Queens. Our community nurtures lifelong learners, our educators inspire young people, and our students support each other.
The School is currently looking for a Girls’ Varsity Assistant Basketball Coach for the upcoming winter season, starting November 1st. The winter season is scheduled to consist of 10-14. (Not including postseason) Kew-Forest participates in the Private School Athletic Association (PSAA). This season we are independent.
Candidates should:
- be available between the hours of 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for practice and as early as 2:00 p.m. for travel to away games.
- be available to travel on the bus with student-athletes to away games.
Responsibilities
- assist with practices (minimum 5 times/week; max 2 hours each).
- teaching/guiding student-athletes in proper basketball techniques/strategy.
- assist with keeping attendance and communicating with the team, parents, and Athletic Director with any changes/cancellations of practices and games.
- attending any team events/outings. (e.g Jaguars Night Out)
- responsible for completing required course upon hire (e.g, CPR, mandated reporter, etc)
Compensation:
A stipend between $1,800 - $2,800 will be offered based on experience.
To Apply
Interested candidates, should send their resume and list of professional references to Annel Sanchez, Director of Athletics, at asanchez@kewforest.org .
To learn more about The Kew-Forest School, please visit our website: www.kewforest.org .
Accreditation
The Kew-Forest School is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS), the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the New York State Department of Education. Kew-Forest is also a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Independent School Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY), and the Guild of Independent Schools of New York (GISNY).
The Kew-Forest School is a member of the New York State Association of Independent Schools Athletic Association (NYSAISAA), the Private School Athletic Association (PSAA), and the Long Island Athletic Association of Independent Schools (LIAAIS).
MISSION
We are The Kew-Forest School.
Our community nurtures lifelong learners from around the world.
Our educators inspire young people to think boldly and find their voices.
Our students support each other and explore thoughtfully as they shape the future.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Kew-Forest School believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. The School prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, culture, background, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected classes or classifications. No employee or job applicant will be discriminated against in recruitment, compensation, promotion, or termination practices.
