2026 Volunteer 6th Grade Middle School Basketball Coaches

Volunteer 6th Grade Middle School Basketball Coach

Multiple positions - both girls and boys teams

Lincoln Middle School | South Lane School District | Cottage Grove, Oregon
Season: Winter
Position: Volunteer Coach
Application deadline: Open until filled - initial review will occur on 10/9/26

Lincoln Middle School is seeking positive, dependable volunteers to coach our 6th grade basketball teams. This is a great opportunity to help students build basketball skills, confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong enjoyment of being active.

We are looking for coaches who understand that middle school athletics are about more than winning. The ideal volunteer will create a safe, encouraging, and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate practices focused on basketball fundamentals, conditioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

• Supervise students during practices, games, transportation-related activities, and other team events as assigned.

• Teach and model positive behavior, respect for teammates and opponents, accountability, and good sportsmanship.

• Encourage participation and help create meaningful opportunities for all team members to develop.

• Communicate regularly and professionally with students, families, school staff, and the athletic director.

• Follow all school, district, league, and athletic-program expectations related to student safety, eligibility, conduct, and supervision.

• Work collaboratively with other coaches and school staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience playing, coaching, or teaching basketball is preferred but not required.

• Experience working with middle school-aged students is preferred.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students and support athletes with a wide range of skills and experience.

• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to complete all required district volunteer, background-check, and coaching-safety requirements before the season begins.

Time Commitment

Practices will take place after school. Historically, games take place on Saturday. Specific practice schedules will be created with the selected coach.

How to Apply

Interested volunteers should contact Kyla Adair at Kyla.Adair@slane.k12.or.us to express interest and begin the district volunteer clearance process.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive difference for Lincoln students.

Application Procedure

Applications are completed online at: https://slane.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER South Lane School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA). Disabled persons may contact Human Resources at (541) 767-3573 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the District for assistance through the Oregon Relay at (800) 735-2900