Head Varsity High School Girls’ Basketball Coach

Job Title: Head Varsity High School Girls’ Basketball Coach

Department: Athletics

FLSA Status: Exempt

The Hewitt School - New York, NY

ABOUT HEWITT

Established in 1920 and located in New York City, The Hewitt School is an independent K-12 girls’ school whose mission is to inspire girls and young women to become game changers and ethical leaders who forge an equitable, sustainable, and joyous future. Hewitt empowers and expects our community members to embrace multiple points of view, to engage others with empathy and integrity, and to champion equity and justice in all areas of our lives. As a community, Hewitt is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff, and student body.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Hewitt School is seeking dedicated and passionate candidates for a high school varsity assistant girls’ basketball coach for our School's athletic program. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and guiding our girls' basketball team to success on and off the court. This is a seasonal position, with the season running from November 10, 2026, to February 26, 2027.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and conduct daily after-school practices from 3:30 to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday morning practices, focusing on skill development, team strategies, and player fitness

• Coordinate game schedules, manage transportation logistics, and accompany the team to away games (hours may vary)

• Foster a positive and inclusive team environment that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth

• Provide effective coaching during games, making strategic decisions to maximize team performance

• Communicate regularly with players, parents, guardians, and the director of athletics regarding team progress, schedule changes, and other important information

• Ensure the safety and well-being of student-athletes at all times

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education and social justice

• Previous coaching experience at the high school level or college level is preferred

• Strong knowledge of basketball rules, strategies, and coaching techniques

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment

• Valid CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or a commitment to obtain certification

• Commitment to student life

SALARY RANGE

Starting Stipend Range: $4,500 to $6,000 (stipend based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise)

TO APPLY: Please submit a resumé, cover letter, and examples of previous relevant work via our applicant tracking portal. Cover letters should reflect a careful reading of The Hewitt School’s website, including the School’s academic philosophy. No phone calls, please. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; applicants should apply as soon as possible for consideration.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Hewitt School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the School not to discriminate on the basis of any category prohibited by applicable federal, New York State and/or New York City laws/regulations. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment process, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation/benefits, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, training, working conditions, layoff, and termination.