Varsity Basketball Coach

Position Title: Varsity Basketball Coach            

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Department: Athletics

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Position Start Date: September 2026   Position End Date: February 2027

About Marymount

Marymount is an Independent, Catholic all-girls high school that fosters confidence, joy, leadership, and a sense of greater purpose in each student. Education of the whole girl is one of the most important pillars upon which the academic and co-curricular programs are built. The school celebrates the individuality of each student, empowering girls to become their best selves academically, emotionally and socially. Established in 1923 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM), Marymount High School shares the tradition of an international network of schools including sister schools in New York, Europe, and South America. Located in Westwood/Bel Air, just north of UCLA in Los Angeles.

Position Overview

Marymount seeks to hire an experienced and enthusiastic leader to serve as the Varsity Basketball Coach. The ideal candidate must be able to improve the performance of student-athletes through motivation, technical instruction, game strategies, and techniques to prepare them for competition. In addition, to helping the athletes develop an appreciation for the sport. This position is seasonal from September 2026  through February 2027.

Job Duties & Requirements

• Works with the Asst Varsity coach to prepare pre-season and season schedules.
• Provides leadership, supervision, and organization for the Varsity Basketball Program and is responsible for carrying out the objectives of the entire athletic program within the guidelines of the Marymount Athletic Department Philosophy.
• Contributes to the development and organization of practices to provide individual and team instruction 
• Educates the players regarding game rules, regulations, and equipment care
• Accompanies the team to all scheduled games
• Assesses and determines the need for individual and team improvement
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior and provides appropriate supervision of athletes at all times
• Helps and encourages athletes to maintain high academic standards
• Informs the Athletic Trainers in the event of an athletic injury
• Demonstrates a high standard of sportsmanship and models non-discriminatory practices when addressing players, officials, spectators, and visiting teams
• Follows the school’s procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms
• Works with the Athletic Director to prepare for the end-of-season award celebration 
• Attends the coaches' meeting and award ceremonies planned by the Athletics Department.

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of coaching experience at the secondary or collegiate level. 
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Athletic administrators, parents, and students.

 Marymount High School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Marymount High School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.