Job Description

The Meadowbrook School of Weston, a pre-kindergarten through 8th grade school located in Weston, MA, is seeking an Assistant Coach for Middle School Junior Varsity Girls Basketball (grades 6-8) for the winter season. The season begins December 2, 2025 and runs until February 27, 2026 .

Practices are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00pm-4:20pm. Games are played on Wednesdays and Fridays. Total compensation for the season is $2,500. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement training programs for student-athletes in accordance with school policies and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular practices, focusing on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
• Create a positive and inclusive team culture that encourages participation and personal growth.
• Monitor and assess student-athletes' performance and provide constructive feedback to help them improve.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school administration regarding schedules, progress, and any concerns.
• Promote the importance of physical fitness, healthy competition, and academic balance among student-athletes.
• Enforce safety rules and ensure a safe playing environment for all participants. Note that coaches must stay until all students are picked up after practices or games.
• Collaborate with other coaches and staff to enhance the overall athletics program.
• Transport student athletes to and from away games and/or practices using school-owned activity vehicles; requires completing driver safety training, background checks, and familiarity/adherence with the school’s policies for use of school-owned vehicles.
• Prepare written feedback for each student athlete as part of their report card comments.

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience at the middle school or high school level preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the sport(s) being coached and related skills.
• Valid driver’s license
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire young athletes.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all students.
• Relevant educational background in physical education, sports management, or a related field is a plus
• Evening and weekend hours may be required for practices and games.
• Ability to travel for away games and events.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions during practices and games.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+, or people from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools. We are committed to an inclusive school experience for all those who come to work at Meadowbrook. Employees must be authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.

Meadowbrook is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, familial or marital status, or any other characteristic protected from discrimination under state or federal law.

Job Tags

Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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