The posting
Boys Basketball Coach provides age-appropriate basketball instruction to students at The Leah Chase School. The coach develops students' fundamental basketball skills, physical fitness, and understanding of the game while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and confidence. The ideal candidate creates a positive, structured, and competitive environment that supports student growth and athletic development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of basketball rules, fundamentals, and coaching techniques.
- Experience playing, coaching, or instructing basketball or related youth sports.
- Ability to effectively engage and supervise elementary and middle school-aged students.
- Strong communication, leadership, organization, and behavior management skills.
- Must meet all NOLA-PS employment and background check requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience coaching elementary, middle school, or youth basketball.
- Experience working in a school-based athletic or after-school program.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Knowledge of youth athletic development, injury prevention, and positive coaching practices.



