Middle School basketball Co-Head Coach
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Good opportunity due to structured environment and focus on youth development, but offers modest compensation and may require significant time commitments.
- Support and mentor young athletes in a school environment
- Opportunity to develop a coaching style within a structured program
- Compensation may be lower than alternative coaching roles
Pros
- Opportunity to support student-athlete development in a school environment
- Structured coaching roles that emphasize teamwork and personal growth
- Strong support system through the Athletics Department
Cons
- Compensation is modest compared to private coaching opportunities
- Requires commitment to schedules that may conflict with personal time
- May involve administrative responsibilities outside of coaching
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-Level • Part-Time
Good fit
- Coaches looking to work with youth in a structured setting
- Individuals invested in developing team culture and sportsmanship
- Those who appreciate the balance of coaching and administration
Not recommended for
- Candidates seeking higher financial rewards in coaching
- Those looking for flexible or high-commitment roles
- Individuals resistant to engaging with educational institutions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
SUMMARY:
The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks dynamic, enthusiastic, and student-centered coaches to join our Athletics program for the Winter season. Positions are available in Varsity Swim, Varsity Indoor Track, Middle School Swimming, Middle School Basketball, Middle School Running, Middle School Swimming,. These roles play an important part in supporting the physical, social, and emotional development of our student-athletes, while helping to foster a culture of sportsmanship, teamwork, and school spirit.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
Plan and lead safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Support the head coach (for assistant roles) in implementing team strategy, managing games, and mentoring athletes.
Create a positive and inclusive team environment that prioritizes growth, effort, and learning.
Supervise students during all team-related activities, including travel to games.
Communicate with students and families in a timely and professional manner.
Collaborate with the Athletics Department and attend required coaches’ meetings and professional development.
Uphold school values and model respectful, sportsmanlike behavior on and off the field/court.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior playing and coaching experience in the relevant sport preferred.
Enthusiasm for working with middle and/or upper school students.
Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive team culture.
Availability for practices and games during the after-school hours (approximately 2:30–7:00 p.m.) and occasional weekend competitions.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification preferred.
STIPEND:
Range from $4,500-6,750 for the season.
Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to: Amanda Cecil, Director of Athletics/PE, acecil@nightingale.org.
ABOUT THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL
Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses
their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity.
This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation. The School prohibits retaliation against any employee who in good faith makes a report under this policy.
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