Middle School Head Coach - Girls’ Basketball

The Middle School Girls’ Basketball Head Coach plans, directs, and supervises all aspects of the Middle School Basketball Program in accordance with RIIL, Athletic Department, and school policies. The Head Coach is responsible for supporting the athletic, skill, and personal development of student-athletes while fostering a positive team culture grounded in sportsmanship, teamwork, accountability, and the mission and values of St. Mary Academy – Bay View. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and works collaboratively with members of the Athletics Department and Middle School leadership. The basketball season runs from December through March. Practices are typically held 5–6 days per week after school, generally between 2:45–4:45 p.m. The team typically plays 2–3 games per week, with games generally beginning between 4:00–5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend availability may be required based on the competition and postseason schedule. Our School St. Mary Academy – Bay View is an all-girls, independent, Mercy Catholic school located in Riverside, Rhode Island, serving a diverse population of girls from Pre-K through Grade 12. A sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy and Mercy Education, St. Mary Academy – Bay View fosters academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment. For more than 150 years, Bay View has empowered each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate, and socially conscious faith-filled young woman. Key Responsibilities •Assumes responsibility for organizing, coaching, and administering the full Varsity Basketball Program; •Follows sound coaching practices in teaching all skills, including aspects of health and safety; •Fosters a team culture grounded in discipline, sportsmanship, accountability, and respect; •Develops game plans which are flexible and adaptable to changing game strategies; •Promotes and encourages active student participation, engagement, and positive behavior; •Provides leadership and guidance to the Assistant Coach; •Assumes responsibility for equipment inventory; •Completes and submits all required end-of-season reports and documentation; and •Follows the policies and procedures in the Athletic Handbook. Qualifications •Prior experience as a Basketball Head Coach or Collegiate playing experience preferred; •Comprehensive knowledge of the sport and the ability to demonstrate and teach individual skills; •NFHS Certified or willingness to become certified including CPR/First Aid/AED; •Dedication to the school, student-athlete, and to the Athletic Program; •Ability to motivate the student-athlete to maximum potential; •Professional in appearance and actions; and •The candidate will be required to pass a national background check with fingerprints. To Apply: Visit https://www.bayviewacademy.org/community/careers and download the “Non-Teaching Application.” The application, cover letter, and resume must be submitted via email to: employment@bayviewacademy.org, or mail to: St. Mary Academy – Bay View, Attn: Mr. Reggie James, Director of Athletics, 3070 Pawtucket Avenue, Riverside, RI 02915. An Equal Opportunity Employer, St. Mary Academy – Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status, or other legally protected status.