What are the responsibilities and job description for the Basketball Head and Assistant Coaches position at Sacred Heart Schools?
Basketball Head and Assistant Coaches
2026-2027
Sacred Heart Schools is seeking organized and responsible basketball Head and Assistant Coaches for
the 2026-27 seasons.
Founded in Chicago in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools at Sheridan Road (Hardey Preparatory for Boys and
Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls) are independent, Catholic, single-gender elementary schools
committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian, faith-based community. The
educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and
shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located in 30 countries, including 25 schools in the
United States and Canada. The essence of this tradition is the total development of each child: spiritual,
intellectual, social, emotional and physical. Our girls and boys are taught in single gender classrooms but
follow a similar curriculum and share in many activities. With a total enrollment of approximately 425
students, the schools are organized into three academic divisions, each led by a division head.
Position Description:
Practices are twice a week plus games/meets. Coaches are expected to attend and lead all practices and
events.
We are seeking individuals to coach the following teams during the season (October-
February):
Boys Basketball (opportunities in 4 th -8 th grade)
Girls Basketball (opportunities in 4 th -8 th grade)
Successful coaches will be:
Highly organized
A responsible individual with strong communication skills
Passionate for coaching youth sports
Pay Range: $700 - $2100
Final amount is dependent on season, coaching position, and experience.
To Apply
Apply directly at the school’s website (www.shschicago.org) in the Career Opportunities section,
submitting a cover letter and resume.
Go Falcons!
Go Wildcats!
Salary : $700 - $2,100