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The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,100 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.
About Pingry Athletics Pingry Athletics is guided by four core commitments that shape how we coach, compete, and serve students:
- Ethical Competitiveness means pursuing athletic excellence through honor, character, and sportsmanship. We compete with purpose and place the common good of the team, program, and School above individual advantage.
- Student-Athlete Alignment reflects our belief that students should not have to choose between high academic achievement and athletic excellence. We view sport as an extension of the classroom and use competition to develop character, resilience, leadership, and personal responsibility.
- Athletics also serves as Pingry’s “Big Blue Thread,” connecting students, employees, families, and alumni across our K-12 community through shared tradition, school pride, and a strong sense of belonging.
- Through Operational Excellence and Predictability, the Athletics Department provides coordinated administrative support, resources, and professional development so coaches can focus on coaching, student mentorship, and the growth of their programs.
About the Pingry Girls Basketball Program The Pingry Girls Basketball program has built a competitive tradition in the Skyland Conference and NJSIAA state tournament play. The Junior Varsity team serves as a vital bridge in the program pipeline, focusing on fundamental mastery, tactical IQ, confidence building, and preparing student-athletes for varsity-level competition while upholding Pingry's athletic values.
Position Summary The Pingry School prides itself on a rich academic and athletic success history. Developing student-athletes of equal passion and character is a priority of our program. We offer over 83 different teams in the Middle and Upper Schools, and over 90% of our Upper School students play at least one interscholastic sport. From fielding championship teams to encouraging participation among our youngest students, we aim to cultivate athletic excellence. This is a part-time stipended coaching position.
The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive leader and teacher of basketball who excels at head coaching duties at the JV level. You combine strong instructional skills with dynamic game management, ensuring every player develops fundamentally, tactically, and emotionally. You align JV system strategies with the Varsity program and create a positive, high-energy environment where student-athletes feel valued, challenged, and motivated.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead a basketball team as a head coach, including practice planning, game management, and player rotation strategy.
- A thorough understanding of basketball fundamentals, team strategies, and game rules, with the ability to impart this knowledge effectively to student-athletes.
- Strong organizational and communication skills to engage effectively with student-athletes, parents, and athletic department staff.
- Commitment to the Pingry School’s mission of scholarly exploration, personal growth, and social responsibility.
- Seamless collaboration with the Varsity Head Coach to ensure tactical alignment and smooth player transitions across levels.
- Adherence to all school policies, regulations, and sportsmanship standards.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated basketball coaching experience at the high school, JV, or middle school level, or substantial club coaching experience.
- Collegiate or high-level high school playing experience preferred.
- Proven ability to design structured, engaging practices centered on footwork, shooting mechanics, defensive principles, and decision-making under pressure.
- Connected to the NJ youth and high school basketball community.
- Ability to commit to afternoon practices (starting at 3:30 pm), evening games, and occasional weekend commitments.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
The stipend for this position is $8,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and internal organization and peer data at Pingry are also considered.
Pingry offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans with employer matching; life and disability insurance; tuition remission for employees' children; and access to wellness and professional development resources.
A full list of benefits is available at www.pingry.org/careers.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers, demonstrating their alignment with Pingry's values and their vision for contributing to the Varsity Fencing team.
The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Pingry School's employment policy is that individuals will receive equal opportunity in all matters pertaining to recruitment, employment, salary, promotion, and assignment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or other basis proscribed by federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
