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Head Varsity Coach - Boys Basketball

KIPP Public Schools Northern California

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Part TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$20 - $20 / HOURPosted 2 days ago

Location

East Palo Alto, California

Salary

$20 - $20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Head Coach is responsible for directing the boys varsity basketball team, focusing on skill development, discipline, and sportsmanship. Key duties include planning practices, managing tryouts, and ensuring athlete safety during games and transport.

Requirements summary

Candidates should have 2-3 years of high school or club coaching experience and a high school diploma, though a bachelor's degree is preferred. A valid CA driver's license, clean driving record, and completion of safety certifications are required.

high schoolbachelor degreeTeamworkInterpersonal CommunicationStudent SupervisionClassroom ManagementFirst AidInjury PreventionSportsmanshipCharacter DevelopmentBasketball CoachingPractice PlanningStudent Athlete MentorshipTryout Coordination

Job description

Position Summary

Our coaches are actively engaged in the East Palo Alto community, and embrace the mission and values of KIPP Esperanza. The Head Boys Varsity Basketball Coach is responsible for coaching, character development and providing direction to student athletes so that they might achieve a high level of skill as well as an appreciation for discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork in that sport.

This is a seasonal, temporary role (12.5 hours per week maximum for a 14 week season), reporting to the Athletic Director. This position starts on November 1st, 2025 and ends on February 20th, 2026.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience/Education/Licensing

2 to 3 years of High School or Club Basketball coaching experience encouraged High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred) Valid CA license (Class C) and current insurance coverage Safe driving record (will be ask to provide a DMV report)

Knowledge/skills required/abilities

Ability to follow and uphold the policies and mission statement of KIPP Esperanza. All school coaches should be familiar with the rules and regulations of the sports they are assigned to coach. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, students, parents, and community members. Ability to manage a class in a professional manner. Flexible, reliable, punctual, professional and has an enthusiastic approach. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively via email and phone. Access to reliable transportation throughout San Francisco and the Peninsula. Ability to work independently and within a small team. Ability to coach athletes of different skill levels. Ability to lead practices 3 times a week and games 2 times a week.

  • Essential Functions and Responsibilities Coaching Plan, organize, and direct the particular and assigned team.
  • Instruct and demonstrate skill sets and techniques necessary for individual and team development.
  • Ensure that team rules and regulations regarding conduct and eligibility of the athletes are clearly communicated and followed.
  • Plan, organize, advertise, and conduct tryouts for the particular sports program; inform the Athletic Department and participants of final selections.
  • Maintain the integrity of the selection process.
  • Consult with the Athletic Director regarding any off-season training programs including scheduling dates for summer camps/practices, uniform fitting, pre-post tryout informational parent meetings.

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KIPP Public Schools Northern California

KIPP is a network of free, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. 23 schools in Northern California.

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TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
HQOakland, CA
Founded2002

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  • Create a safe environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Supervise athletes at all times during practices, transport to games, games and until athletes have been picked up by guardians, or make arrangements to ride public transportation.
  • Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards the opposing team, fans, parents, officials, spectators and community.
  • Training Complete required safety training for basic first aid and injury prevention available through SafeSchools and NFHS Learn, including, but not limited to: Annually - mandated reporter, bloodborne pathogens, concussion in sports, sudden cardiac arrest, heat illness prevention https://www.nfhslearn.com/ Every Two Years - CPR and First Aid: https://www.cprcertified.com/ At time of hire - Fundamentals of Coaching or certificate of completion in a previous sports season.

    Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands

    Physical

    Ability to navigate office and school campuses, and hold meetings in different spaces. Traditionally, much of the day involves sitting. Ability to access and utilize technology. Occasional lifting/carrying of equipment 1-20 lbs. Physical agility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overhead

    Mental

    Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

    Environmental

    Environmental: Gym or field environment will usually contain both participants and spectators. Frequent travel (50%-70%) to gyms and fields throughout San Francisco and the Peninsula. Location of gyms and fields in San Francisco will vary. In an emergency context (e.g., pandemic), the season may be postponed or canceled. Adhere to KIPP’s health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies’ recommendations.

    Classification Seasonal, part-time, non-exempt hourly position that is based on a school calendar and time-off schedule. 12.5 hours per week maximum for a 14 week season.

    • About KIPP Public Schools Northern California We are a thriving nonprofit network of 23 free, public charter schools open to all students.
    • At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality.
    • Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
    • Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, Redwood City, and Stockton.
    • 79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs.
    • We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students’ diversity.
    • Compensation The hourly rate for this position is $20 per hour for a total of 187.5 hours for the season.
    • Total pay is $3750 for the season if all hours are worked.

    How To Apply

    Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page. Questions? Email joseph.gauntlett@kippesperanza.org.

    Market context

    California boys basketball coaching demand

    In California, Head Varsity Boys Basketball roles often draw interest from schools looking for coaches who can lead a program, manage practices, and support student-athletes beyond game day. Competition tends to be strongest for candidates with recent high school or club coaching experience, required safety certifications, and a clean, valid California driver’s license with insurance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your coaching background and certifications before applying.

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