What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bastrop High School - Head Coach for Girls Basketball position at Morehouse Parish Schools?
POSITION: Head Coach – Girls' Basketball
JOB TYPE: EXTRA DUTY (SUPPLEMENTAL ASSIGNMENT)
LOCATION: Bastrop High School
REPORTS TO: Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 9 Month 2 Months Extra (included in Coaching supplement)
SALARY: See MPSD Teacher Pay Scale 2 Months Salary & Head Coaching Supplemental stipend per district schedule
APPLICATION PERIOD
June 23, 2026 – June 30, 2026 (or until position is filled)
Qualified applicants who submit a complete application packet will be contacted by school principal.
JOB SUMMARY
Bastrop High School is seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and highly motivated professional to serve as Head Coach for the Girls’ Basketball Program. The selected candidate will lead all aspects of the program, including player development, academic accountability, character building, and compliance with Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), and Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) regulations.
This is a supplemental coaching assignment and requires the individual to be a full-time certified employee (teacher) at Bastrop High School.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, organize, and direct all phases of the girls’ basketball program
- Promote academic success, discipline, and sportsmanship
- Ensure compliance with LHSAA, LDOE, and BESE regulations
- Develop off-season conditioning programs
- Supervise assistant coaches
- Maintain records and manage program resources
- Coordinate team travel and transportation
- Build relationships with stakeholders
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Full-time certified employee (teacher) at Bastrop High School or eligible
- Valid Louisiana teaching certificate
- Knowledge of basketball coaching
- Meets LHSAA coaching requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- CDL endorsement or willingness to obtain
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Coaching experience
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Knowledge of LHSAA compliance
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Morehouse Parish School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $35,589 - $57,889