Portledge School·Locust Valley, New York
Lead the Junior Varsity Boys Basketball team by developing training plans and game strategies aligned with the overall program vision. Mentor student-athletes and collaborate with the Varsity coach and Athletics Department to foster a positive, inclusive team culture.
Position Title: Junior varsity boys head basketball coach
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Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island.
Approximately fifty minutes from NYC by train, Portledge is nestled on a pastoral 63-acre tree-lined campus that is known for its cherry blossoms in spring.
Enrolling approximately 515 students in grades PN-12, Portledge offers a competitive college preparatory program in a warm, inclusive community.
We seek to inspire our students to realize their individual potential by developing the critical thinking skills and moral courage necessary for lifelong learning in an increasingly complex world.
Portledge is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.
Portledge School is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and mission-aligned Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach to lead its JV basketball team while working closely with the Varsity Boys Basketball Coach to build and strengthen the overall basketball program. The ideal candidate will help create a unified program vision that supports student-athlete development, skill progression, team culture, and long-term program success across all levels.
The coach will be responsible for developing a competitive, inclusive, and values-based team that reflects Portledge’s Mission and Pillars: Kindness, Purpose, Honor, and Respect. This role requires the ability to mentor student-athletes of varied skill levels, foster a positive and growth-oriented team environment, communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues, and represent the school with integrity within the PSAA and NYSAIS leagues.
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Practice will start approximately around November 1, 2026 and end approximately around March 15, 2027.
Please apply through the link provided on our Careers Page [https://www.portledge.org/about-us/employment] with your resume and cover letter
Deadline: Position open until filled
Start Date: On or around November 1, 2026
$8,130.00 stipend to be paid throughout the coaching season
Candidates should have previous high school coaching experience and a strong understanding of basketball fundamentals. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Market context
In New York, junior varsity boys basketball coaching openings are often tied to school athletics calendars and can draw candidates with prior high school coaching experience. These roles are competitive because schools look for strong fundamentals, reliable evening and weekend availability, and often prefer a bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight coaching experience, practice planning, and communication with student-athletes.