Head Boys Basketball Coach-HS Seasonal Temporary
CoachCorner
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Aug 26, 2025
University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX
Position Information
Position Title
Head Boys Basketball Coach-HS Seasonal Temporary
Academic Year
2025-2026
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
St. Anthony Catholic High School, a private, college preparatory High school for young men and women, is seeking a Head Boys’ Basketball Coach. This seasonal part-time position is responsible for growing the Basketball team into a competitive program. Position is expected to coach sport within the mission of St. Anthony Catholic High School and our Core Values of Honesty & Integrity; Community; Service & Social Justice; Scholarship; and Holistic Education. The Head Boys Basketball Coach reports to the Athletic Director.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name
Head Basketball Coach Duties
Description of Job Duties
- Organize, prepare for and lead productive sessions in a positive environment that promotes self esteem, teamwork and pride for St. Anthony Yellow Jackets.
- Assess players skills, monitors players during competition and practice; determine game strategy.
- Organize, direct, and supervise student athletes during individual and small group practice activities/exercises, as well as games.
- Communicate regularly with team, parents and athletic directors.
- Attend all practices and games throughout the season; game attendance will require travel based on schedule.
- Model good sportsmanship behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators.
- Follow established procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
- Collaborate with Athletic Director to ensure eligibility, inventory, and other related paperwork is completed in a timely manner.
- Participate in special activities which includes parents’ night, athletic banquet, and pep rallies.
- Attend staff meetings, clinics and other professional activities to improve coaching and performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Duty Name
Budget
Description of Job Duties
- Work within and balance the basketball team budget.
Job Duty Name
Fundraising
Description of Job Duties
- Identify and execute three (3) fundraising events throughout the year.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Must possess effective coaching techniques and skills to teach multiple offensive and defensive skills, as well as effective game plans necessary to field a competitive program.
- Thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, and techniques of basketball.
- Strong communication skills with ability to remain professional and collected regardless of the circumstances with students, parents, staff, or opposing team.
- Ability to consistently follow the mission of St. Anthony Catholic High School.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with school administrators, teachers, parents and students.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Required Education
High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Required Work Experience
Two (2) years of experience as high school assistant or head basketball coachOR three (3) years of said coaching experience at club level.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree;
- Experience as a player at the collegiate or professional level.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
- CPR certified or CPR certified within 15 days of hire.
- First Aid certified or ability to obtain within 15 days of hire.
Work Hours
Typical of head coach to include:
- Regular practice hours Mon-Fri after school (school days only) from 3:30-5:30pm.
- All games, both weekday and weekend mandatory.
- Special activity mandatory attendance based on schedule, to include senior night, athletic banquet, parents night, and pep rallies.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift sports equipment weighing up to 50 lbs waist high.
- Ability to effectively move about to appropriately demonstrate plays and drills in this sport during practice, as well as sideline coach during games.
- Ability to actively engage in games and events for extended periods of time.
- Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage faculty, staff, parents and students.
Posting Details
Posting Number
HS401PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Temporary Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date
09/02/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Athletic Director
Salary
$5,500.00 for the season
Open Date
08/20/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a seasonal part-time coaching position beginning in September 2025 through standard end of season October/November 2025 based on team performance.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
