Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a Basketball Coach to join our team at Zeta, a network of schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens. As a Basketball Coach, you will deliver exceptional basketball instruction to Middle School students, developing their athletic skills, teamwork, confidence, and lifelong love of the game.
Responsibilities
In the Basketball Coach role, you will:
- Design and deliver exceptional, skill-based instruction that develops students' athletic ability, basketball fundamentals, teamwork, and confidence.
- Build a joyful, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment that inspires discipline, sportsmanship, a genuine love of the game, and a strong sense of belonging.
- Drive ambitious student and program outcomes, maintaining 100% enrollment across clubs and teams, successfully completing all required Specialty events, and using data and student work to monitor progress, refine instruction, accelerate student growth, and ensure 80%+ of students pass unit assessments.
- Lead a high-quality, competitive after-school basketball program, developing team strategy, preparing student-athletes for games and tournaments, and building the skills, discipline, and team culture needed to compete successfully.
- Build authentic, meaningful relationships with students and families to support each student's growth and success.
- Collaborate closely with leaders and colleagues and participate in weekly professional development, applying feedback to continually strengthen your instruction.
- Contribute actively to whole-school priorities and initiatives, providing instructional and community support wherever needed.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should:
- Possess a Bachelor's degree, preferably in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field.
- Have experience working in basketball through coaching, after-school or community programming, camps, clinics, or leagues.
- Have full-time experience teaching or coaching basketball in an elementary, middle, or high school setting, which is strongly preferred.
- Have demonstrated experience coaching competitive basketball teams, with a track record of preparing athletes for games and tournaments, developing team strategy, and building strong team culture.
- Possess deep knowledge of basketball fundamentals, strategy, and player development, with the ability to translate your expertise into rigorous, accessible, and engaging instruction.
- Be passionate about developing students' athletic skills, teamwork, self-confidence, and discipline, paired with high expectations for every student's growth.
Benefits
At Zeta, we offer:
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses.
- 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings.
- Competitive compensation.
- Relocation support to help eligible candidates make the move to New York City.
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses.
- Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription.
- MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone.
- Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee.
- Zeta swag, team outings, and some of NYC's finest sweet treats.
- Books and resources for professional development.
Company Culture
At Zeta, we value:
- Passion for our mission of providing world-class education to all students.
- Growth mindset, flexibility, and openness to feedback.
- Determination to meet and surpass our goals.
- Humility, teamwork, and collaboration.
- High standards for excellence.