Girls Middle School Head Basketball Coach

The North Plainfield School District is seeking a Girls' Middle School Head Basketball Coach. This position is responsible for leading, organizing, and supervising the middle school girls' basketball program. The coach will focus on technical skill development, tactical instruction, team conditioning, and game preparation, with primary game-day coaching duties for the Middle School team.

The candidate must model positive sportsmanship, prioritize academic success, and enforce district athletic policies. North Plainfield is a diverse and vibrant community committed to developing the whole child through academics, athletics, and extracurricular opportunities. Our athletic programs emphasize excellence, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and character development.

We are seeking a coach who is passionate about building a comprehensive basketball program that supports student-athletes both on and off the court.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and evaluate daily practice sessions. Provide targeted, individual and small-group instruction focusing on core skill sets (dribbling, shooting, passing, footwork, and defensive positioning). Support the implementation of offensive and defensive team concepts to ensure program consistency across all levels.

Serve as the primary coach for the Middle School Girls' Basketball team, managing bench strategy, playing time, and in-game adjustments.

Qualifications

Valid State Teaching Certification or State Substitute Credential. High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor's degree preferred). Successful high school or collegiate playing/coaching experience in basketball preferred. In-depth knowledge of basketball rules, fundamental techniques, defensive/offensive strategies, and conditioning methods.

Mandatory State & District Clearances: Approved Criminal History Background Check / Fingerprinting clearance. Current Medical Physical Clearance. Required Certifications (or willingness to complete prior to start date): Current CPR / AED / First Aid Certification. NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certification. NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification.

NFHS Sudden Cardiac Arrest & Heat Illness Prevention Certifications. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to mentor middle school student-athletes effectively and maintain high ethical standards. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred. Salary $6,207 Equal Employment Opportunity The North Plainfield Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.