Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Chadwick School

Palos Verdes Peninsula, California

Chadwick School is an independent, K-12, coeducational day school dedicated to academic excellence, the development of exemplary character, and self-discovery through experience. A highly educated faculty and staff bring out the best in the talented student body through active learning, challenging academics, one-on-one mentoring, unparalleled global opportunities, nationally distinguished outdoor education and community service programs, outstanding athletic opportunities, and award-winning visual and performing arts.

The core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion are widely shared and fostered daily in classrooms, during co-curricular activities, and through the camaraderie of this close-knit community.

Located on a beautiful, 45-acre hilltop campus on the scenic Palos Verdes Peninsula in Los Angeles County, Chadwick enrolls over 800 students drawn from more than 45 Southern California communities.

Founded in 1935 by visionary educator Margaret Lee Chadwick, Chadwick is one of two schools operated by the Roessler-Chadwick Foundation. In 2010, Chadwick International School was formed in Songdo, South Korea, which expanded opportunities for students around the globe to benefit from a world-class Chadwick education.

Job Title: Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Division/Department: Athletics

Reports To: Director of Athletics

Location: Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Level/Grade: 9-12 (varsity high school season Dates)

Type of position/FLSA: Response

Compensation $21.00 - $30.00 hourly - based on experience and qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY

Chadwick School seeks an Assistant Girls Basketball Coach to assist in managing and guiding all aspects of the girls basketball program. The ideal candidate has experience coaching or playing competitive basketball, demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, and is committed to fostering a positive team culture that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, character, and student leadership.

Athletic program staff members work closely to create a high-quality, coherent athletic experience that develops lifelong learners, resilient competitors, and global citizens with exemplary character, self-knowledge, and the ability to lead.

ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to plan, organize, and conduct regular practices focused on individual skill development and basketball tactical strategies.
• Teach and model the school’s core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness, and compassion on and off the court.
• Assist with in-game management, statistical tracking, film review, and strategic adjustments during competitive contests.
• Oversee the safety, supervision, and well-being of student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with student-athletes, families, and athletic staff.
• Support lower-level teams (JV/Frosh-Soph) to ensure vertical alignment and cohesive skill progression across the entire basketball program.
• Assist in maintaining basketball equipment, uniforms, and facility preparation.
• Demonstrate an ability to proactively reflect on and participate in discussions around identity, race, and issues of social justice as they relate to athletics
• Participate in relevant department meetings, training, and school events as requested.
• Demonstrate an ability to proactively reflect on and participate in discussions around identity, race, and issues of social justice as they relate to athletics.
• Read and follow employment and athletics policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.