Upper School Varsity Basketball Head Coach
- Posted
- 7 days ago
- Employment type
- Part-Time
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Closing date
About this organization
Founded in 1995, The Archer School for Girls is a contemporary girls’ school, grades 6 through 12, devoted to educating and empowering girls for leadership in the 21st century. We take a research-based approach to teaching and learning in an environment that explores and refines the ways girls learn best. Archer has always been committed to reflecting the face of Greater Los Angeles. Forty percent of the student body are students of color and come from 70 different zip codes and 157 different feeder schools. Above all, Archer is known for its highly innovative programs and joyful culture. For more information, follow us on Facebook and Twitter @ArcherSchool, Instagram @ArcherSchoolforGirls, or visit our website at www.archer.org.
About this job
Position Start Date: October 6, 2025
Salary range: $50 - $70/hour
The Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Varsity Basketball Head Coach. We are an educational community that supports and challenges young women to discover their passions and realize their true potential. Serving 485 girls in grades 6-12, Archer’s joyful and ambitious program is founded on the latest research around how girls learn best. Archer provides a competitive athletics program that competes in the Gold Coast League. We are looking to hire a qualified basketball coach who will emphasize the core values of Archer Athletics including leadership, character, teamwork, and inclusivity.
We are currently looking for an experienced Varsity Basketball Coach with
• exemplary coaching skills at the high school level
• strong experience in school-based athletics
• passion for teaching and learning from young people
Roles & responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Plan, direct, and administer policies for all team practices and games 5 days a week
• Collaborate with athletic support staff to meet team needs
• Work with the Upper School Athletics Director on the selection and scheduling of team competitions.
• Coordinate all activities in preparation for scheduled competitions (set-up and breakdown of game)
• Attend athletics coaches’ orientation, awards night ceremony, and staff meetings
• Ensure proper safety measures are observed when conducting team activities
• Be responsible for the actions and conduct of the team whenever they are under your supervision
• Give appropriate attention, care, and follow-up to student-athletes who are injured or ill, including filling out injury report forms.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Experience as a club, high school or college-level basketball coach: expert at providing differentiated instruction to athletes of all levels.
• Be organized and demonstrate a strong desire to build the program at all levels.
• Knowledgeable of the fundamentals and techniques of competitive basketball
• Be a positive role model with a growth mindset
• CPR/First Aid certificates preferred
To apply
Beyond competitive pay, Archer coaches enjoy working in a highly collegial, student-focused, and joyful community. We seek coaches who will contribute to an equitable and inclusive athletic environment.
Submit resumes to Kim Smith at ksmith@archer.org