Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach

Description

Job Title: Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Position Type: Non-faculty, Staff, Non-exempt, Part-time
Reports to: Athletics Director
Season: Basketball season begins in November; season ends in February/March. Optional summer basketball camp in June
Pay: $4,906-$5,422 stipend, dependent on experience
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount Program
Location: Redmond, WA

The Role

Help build a competitive program, one player at a time.

The Bear Creek School is seeking an Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach to join our athletics team. Our girls' basketball team most recently competed in the WIAA 1A State Tournament. Working alongside the head coach and under the Athletics Director, you will help develop skilled, confident athletes and promote a program that advances the mission of The Bear Creek School. The season begins in November, and you also have the opportunity to assist with our basketball camp in June.

Why Bear Creek

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian school serving students from preschool through grade 12 in Redmond, Washington. Our mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends.

• An accomplished program: Coach in a competitive program with recent state tournament experience
• Character-centered athletics: Help student-athletes grow in skill, sportsmanship, and character
• A clear pathway: Players develop through Grizzly Hoops (grades 4-8) and middle school teams before reaching varsity

All employees support the school's Mission Statement and Statement of Faith.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Athletics Director to create a comprehensive approach to all program elements at Bear Creek in grades K - 12  
• Maintain compliance with the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA), Emerald Sound Conference, and The Bear Creek School
• Plan and organize all practice sessions in advance 
• Provide instruction and training in the fundamentals of the sport/activity
• Supervise the team during all team activities including travel 
• Effectively communicate with Athletics Department, players, parents, colleagues, and league members 
• Maintain, inventory, and submit requests for any facility or equipment needs
• Represent the school and its community in a professional manner 
• Promote the athletics program within the school and community   
• Actively teach and promote sportsmanship, fair play, and character development in the program and ensure that all team members and spectators uphold a high standard of conduct at all times  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

What We Offer

• A $4,906-$5,422 stipend for the season
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your household
• Discounted school lunches
• Costco membership reimbursement and Passport discount program

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Compliance with WIAA and Bear Creek requirements prior to the beginning of the sports season
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification (with epinephrine autoinjector supplement), or obtain certification within 90 days of start date
• Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer (sponsorship is not available for this position)
• Some coaching experience preferred

You communicate clearly and positively with athletes, parents, and colleagues, stay flexible as schedules change, hold yourself and your team accountable, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with biblical standards.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time
• Lifting and moving items up to 50 pounds
• Able to visually and audibly evaluate athletes' performance
• Travel outdoors between campus buildings

Our Hiring Process

Every application is personally reviewed by a member of our hiring team, and we will keep you informed at each step. For questions or accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. 

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