BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools·Jersey City, New Jersey
The head coach will lead all aspects of the girls' basketball program, including planning practices, games, and off-season workouts. They are responsible for fostering a positive team culture while promoting academic achievement and character development among scholar-athletes.
Beloved Community Charter School is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated individual to serve as the Head Coach for our Girls Basketball Program. The compensation is a stipend.
We are looking for a coach who is committed to building a competitive and positive program that emphasizes academic success, player development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate will be someone who can create a culture that inspires our scholar-athletes while helping grow enthusiasm for girls basketball throughout our school community.
Lead all aspects of the girls basketball program. Promote academic achievement, leadership, and character development. Plan and conduct practices, games, and off-season workouts. Develop individual player skills and overall team strategy. Foster a positive, inclusive, and disciplined team culture. Communicate effectively with our scholar-athletes, parents, school administration, and the athletic department. Work collaboratively with middle school program and coaches to help establish long-term program growth. Comply with all school policies and NJSIAA regulations.
Previous high school, college, or comparable coaching experience. Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals, skill development, and game strategy. Ability to motivate, mentor, and build positive relationships with scholar-athletes. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Current CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain). Required coaching certifications and background clearances in accordance with New Jersey state regulations.
About the Program
Beloved Community Charter School is committed to providing scholar-athletes with a positive educational and athletic experience while building a basketball program founded on excellence, character, and opportunity.
This is an exciting time to join our athletic department. As the school prepares for the opening of our new high school campus, with state-of-the-art athletic facilities, in the coming years, we are seeking a coach who is eager to help lay the foundation for the future of Beloved Girls Basketball. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to establish the culture, expectations, and identity of the program while helping increase participation, develop student-athletes, and build a tradition of success that will carry into this new chapter for our school.
Interested applicants should submit a résumé and a brief letter of interest outlining their coaching experience, philosophy, and vision for developing a successful girls basketball program. All relevant requirements to work in a Public School setting.
Candidates should have previous high school or college coaching experience and a strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and strategy. Applicants must also possess or be willing to obtain necessary coaching certifications and background clearances in accordance with New Jersey state regulations.
Market context
Girls’ head basketball coaching roles in New Jersey often draw experienced candidates because schools look for prior high school or college coaching experience, strong fundamentals, and sound game strategy. These positions can be competitive when districts also require coaching certifications and state-mandated background clearances, so applicants who already meet those standards have an advantage. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clearance timeline before applying.
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