KIPP Public Schools Northern California
Location
East Palo Alto, California
Salary
$20 - $20 / HOUR
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.
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.
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.
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)
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.
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
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
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: 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.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking apply on this page. Questions? Email joseph.gauntlett@kippesperanza.org.
Market context
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.
Occupational Therapist (OT), San Lorenzo & Redwood City / East Palo Alto ($10,000 BONUS)
Head Coach - Girls Soccer - San Francisco
Head Coach - Girls Volleyball - San Francisco
Head Varsity Coach - Boys Basketball
Assistant Varsity Coach - Boys Basketball
Assistant Varsity Coach - Girls Volleyball
After School Leader - East Palo Alto
Occupational Therapist (OT), San Lorenzo & Redwood City / East Palo Alto ($10,000 BONUS)
KIPP - Math Teacher - Middle School - East Palo Alto (26-27)
Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (Non-Clinical)
Teacher Aide
Associate Teacher