Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to serve as the Head Basketball Coach for the Oakville Middle School Boys team. The duration of this season will be 11/1/2026-3/6/2027. This seasonal position will focus on developing young athletes in both their basketball skills and personal growth. The ideal candidate will foster a positive team environment, promote sportsmanship, and encourage the development of fundamental basketball skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement practice plans that enhance players' skills, teamwork, and understanding of the game.
- Organize and conduct tryouts to select team members, ensuring a fair and inclusive process.
- Teach basketball fundamentals, including dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense.
- Create a positive and supportive team culture that emphasizes respect, discipline, and hard work.
- Communicate effectively with players, parents, and school administration regarding team expectations, schedules, and progress.
- Plan and coordinate game schedules, including transportation and logistics for away games.
- Monitor and promote the academic performance of team members, ensuring they maintain their responsibilities as students.
- Maintain equipment and facilities, ensuring they are safe and suitable for practice and games.
- Attend all scheduled practices and games, demonstrating commitment and leadership.
- Collaborate with fellow coaches and school staff to enhance the overall athletic program.
Requirements
- Previous coaching experience, preferably at the middle school or high school level.
- Strong knowledge of basketball fundamentals and strategies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and inspire young athletes.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Must pass a background check and adhere to school district policies.
- Availability for practices and games during the basketball season, including evenings and weekends.
- A passion for teaching and mentoring young athletes.
Please see attached pdf for full list of details
From PDF Description
M, The Oakville School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the bases of sex, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military
status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to designated youth
groups.
Oakville School District
200 School St. Oakville, WA 98568
360-273-0171 opt. 3 District Office
Start Date: 11/1/2026
Open Date: 4/16/2026
Closing Date: TBD
Provides positive learning experiences associated with the Middle School Basketball sports program located at OHS.
Provides guidance, leadership, and the fundamental skills necessary to execute the program in a successful manner.
Assume the leadership role in relation to team organization, style of play, practice schedules, equipment and assigned
responsibilities of the middle school program.
Work Days
Seasonal- 11/1/2026 – 3/6/2027
Salary
Stipend- $3,300-$3,849.12
Benefits
Eligibility for benefits is based upon the number of hours worked or the percentage of the full-time contract. Benefits
offered may include retirement, medical, dental, life, vision, and long-term disability, as applicable.
Responsibilities
• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, manage before/during/after all practices/conditioning
sessions, games/travel and other school-sanctioned events
• Develop appropriate objectives of the assigned sport/activity
• Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related directly to the assigned sport/activity,
student participation and parent/community involvement
• Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes
• Manage the sport/activity budget, equipment and supply inventory, order all necessary equipment and ensure
all equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe condition
• Communicate (phone or in person-not email) with parents when a student athlete is academically ineligible and
ensure those student athletes do not participate in games until cleared by the athletic director.
• Ensure that student athletes who have violated the athletic code serve the assigned consequences and do not
practice/participate when consequences call for this action
• When applicable ensure the pick-up and return of student medications daily
• Ensure that all appropriate paperwork has been turned in and fees paid
• Operate and maintain district equipment as required insure their safe and proper use; protect the interest of the
district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district facilities and equipment
Athletics
Middle School Boys’ Head Basketball Coach
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M, The Oakville School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the bases of sex, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military
status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to designated youth
groups.
• Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required by the manufacturer, insurance
provider, and district
• Report, verbally and in writing, to the Athletic Director any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe
condition
• Report all injuries to building administration or Athletic Director and complete appropriate report(s)
• Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if
required
• Assume responsibility clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic
Director
• Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the OSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations
• Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Athletic
Director
• Attend all league meetings directly related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the
Athletic Director
• Organize and conduct parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication
throughout the season
• Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants
• Communicate results of each game/match to appropriate media
• Participate in various meetings for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting
credential requirements
• Routinely communicate with parents and players using the approved notification systems
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Physical Requirements
• Stand and walk for extended periods during practices, games, and events
• Use hands and arms to demonstrate athletic techniques and operate equipment
• Communicate effectively, including speaking loudly and clearly in indoor and outdoor environments
• Run, jog, or move quickly over short distances
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach
• Lift and/or move equipment weighing up to 25-50lbs (balls, training gear, uniforms)
• React quickly to supervise and ensure student safety
• Physically assist or support students in skill development or injury situations
• Travel with the team to practices, games, and events
• Work in outdoor weather conditions
Requirements
• Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural
backgrounds
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators and community members
Responsible to:
The Oakville School District Athletic Director
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M, The Oakville School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the bases of sex, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military
status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to designated youth
groups.
Qualifications
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
• Valid first aid/CPR Card
• Preference will be given to those who have coaching experience specific to the position
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintained positive working relationships with students, staff, parents and
community
• Willingness to maintain and improve knowledge through regular course work and clinics
• Meet the WIAA coaching criteria
• Clear driving record and successfully clear WDOL driving abstract
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