Girl's Varsity Head Basketball Coach

Head Girls Basketball Coach

Albany Academy is an independent Pre-K through Grade 12 school in Albany, New York, uniquely combining single-gender and coeducational learning environments to foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and strong character in each student. 

At the heart of our school is a passionate and highly skilled faculty, deeply committed to the academic, social, and emotional development of every student. Our educators go beyond classroom instruction; they serve as mentors, role models, and advocates who support the growth of the whole child. Through small class sizes and individualized attention, they challenge students with a rigorous, engaging curriculum while nurturing confidence, creativity, and resilience. 

Albany Academy's dynamic community values and celebrates diverse perspectives and life experiences, enriching the learning environment for all. Aligned with our Mission and Core Values, we are steadfast in our commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and academically excellent school culture—one where students are inspired to lead lives of purpose, empathy, and integrity. 

The Basketball Program

We offer a wide range of athletic opportunities for students starting in grade 7. Student athletes are expected to participate in multiple sports. Our coaches focus on the development of each individual student, and they are passionate about their sport and the school.

The key to our mission is preparing students for a successful college experience and the Squash team plays an integral role by developing the skills and values of teamwork, goal setting, leadership and sportsmanship.  These values set our student athletes apart from other schools.

Responsibilities 

The  Head Girls Basketball Coach is responsible, in collaboration with the Athletic Director, for the success of the girls’ basketball program.  

• Coach the Girls basketball team, including daily in-season practices and off- season skill building sessions 

• Select and manage varsity assistant coaches 
• Scheduling of games and scrimmages
• Hiring and supervising the girl’s basketball staff, at all levels

• Support admissions of prospective student athletes at all grade levels into Albany Academy, with a target of enrolling 3 or more students who would otherwise have been unlikely to enroll 

• Guide and assist junior and senior Albany Academy student-athletes in the college placement process, in collaboration with the Albany Academy College Counselor. 

• Other off the field duties (admissions, fundraising, teaching, etc.) may be part of the role depending on experience  

Experience 

• Head basketball coaching 

• Basketball program builder  

• Admissions and recruiting 

• Placing student-athletes at the college level 

• Current youth basketball coach 

Qualifications 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree 

• First Aid that meets NYS Coaching requirements 

• Adult CPR certification that meets NYS Coaching requirements 

• Successful background check 

• New York State harassment prevention certification (provided) 

• Concussion Management Certificate (preferred)  

Characteristics 

• Leader of others 

• Developer of young women 

• Passionate about basketball 

Reports to: Athletic Director 

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Disclaimer

• The employee must be capable of fully performing all duties described herein, either

without or with reasonable accommodation

• Albany Academy reserves the right to alter this job description

• Employment with Albany Academy is at-will