Marin Academy - Boy's Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach

Marin Academy is seeking candidates for their Boy’s Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach position. In addition to having strong basketball knowledge and coaching experience, candidates must be professional and positive and have flexible afternoon and evening schedules. A strong candidate for this position would have assistant or head coaching experience at the high school and/or collegiate levels. The official 2024-25 basketball season runs from November 4 through late February/early May.

Qualifications:

● Previous successful coaching experience at the high school level, preferably within the previous four years.

● Collegiate-level playing experience in this sport is highly desirable, with high school-level playing experience expected as a minimum requirement.

● Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to effectively teach the sport of basketball.

● Ability to supervise and organize student-athletes.

● Ability to motivate student-athletes to participate and sustain their interests in

the program.

● Demonstrate proper sportsmanship and respect for players, officials, opponents,

fans, and other coaches.

● Maintain good public relations and cooperative relationships with parents,

officials, students, staff, and school administration.

● Serve as a positive role model for students, coaching staff, and the Marin

Academy community.

● Work effectively with student-athletes of varying abilities and cultural

backgrounds to instill commitment, discipline, and teamwork.

● Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to and keep abreast of NFHS, CIF, NCS,

and League rules.

● Assume responsibility for proper care of the school facilities and equipment.

● Responsible for the supervision of all students affiliated with the team.

● Report injuries to Athletic Trainer, Athletic Director, and Assoc. Athletic Director

in a timely manner.

● Adhere to MA Coach job functions as listed in the Coaches Handbook as well as

the general policies of the school.

● Availability to coach during summers and vacation periods.

● CPR, Concussion, First-Aid, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, and Heat Illness Prevention

Certified (or be willing to get certified upon hire).

Other Job Duties:

● Attend mandatory pre & post-season coaches meetings with the Athletic Department.

● Attend the end-of-year Athletic Awards Banquet.

● Adhere to CIF Ethical Guidelines for Coaches and the school’s code of conduct.

● Apply discipline in a positive, firm, and consistent manner according to school

policy and the athletic department's mission.

● Other duties relating to the position as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic

Director.

Coaching Term:

Hire date Through 6/30/2025

Requirements include a valid California driver’s license, TB test, and LiveScan background check. Additionally, ASEP or NFHS CA Coaching Certification is mandated by the CIF for all high school coaches. All Marin Academy coaches must become certified by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

A member of the Bay Area Conference, Marin Academy is an independent high school located in San Rafael, California. Marin Academy’s athletic program is committed to excellence, the teaching of life lessons through sport, and a positive athletic experience. The Wildcats program has been nationally recognized as an Outstanding Youth Organization by the Positive Coaching Alliance and has a long-standing relationship with the PCA. Marin Academy is an equal-opportunity employer, and women and people of color are encouraged to apply.

Thank you.