7th/8th Girls Basketball Coach chez Portledge School

About Portledge School:

Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island. Approximately fifty minutes (28 miles) 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 525 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 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.  

Job Description:

Portledge School is seeking an experienced and mission-aligned 7th/8th Girls Basketball Coach to lead and support the development of student athletes within its 5-8 Athletics Program. 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, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and represent the school with integrity within the PSAA and NYSAIS leagues.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Design and implement practice plans that develop individual skills, team concepts, and sportsmanship.

• Create a positive, inclusive, and structured environment that supports personal and athletic growth.

• Teach and reinforce basketball fundamentals, strategy, and conditioning appropriate for  middle school level players.

• Work closely with the other 7th/8th Girls Basketball Coach to ensure program alignment and consistency in player development.
  
  

• Serve as a mentor and role model to student-athletes, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and respect.
  
  

• Maintain open and professional communication with players, parents, and school staff.
  
  

• Support logistics related to team travel, uniforms, and scheduling in coordination with the Athletics Department.
  
  

• Uphold all PSAA, NYSAIS, and NFHS regulations and guidelines.
  
  

• Attend all practices, games (home and away - traveling on the bus with the team)and program-related events.
  
  

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous coaching experience, preferably at the middle school, JV, or varsity level.

• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals and team-building strategies.

• Ability to inspire and connect with student-athletes of varying skill levels.
  
  

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
  
  

• High level of integrity and professionalism in representing the school and athletic program.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (in education, sports management, or a related field).
  
  

• Availability for evening and weekend commitments, including travel for away games.
  
  

• Commitment to upholding the values of an independent school community.

Season: 

The season begins November 10, 2025 and ends approximately around March 15, 2026. 

Application Notes:

Please apply through the link provided on our Careers Page with your resume and cover letter

Deadline:

Position open until filled

Start Date:

Immediate

Compensation

$2,4000 stipend to be paid throughout the coaching season

Website:

https://www.portledge.org