About Franklin School Franklin is a visionary high school where students have the freedom to chart their own course while leaning on our long history of educational excellence. With a flexible, cutting-edge curriculum, Franklin engages students as active participants in their learning, preparing them to be innovators and socially responsible global leaders. Boys Basketball Coach (Winter 2026) Season Dates: November 30 – March 15 Schedule: Part-time, weekday afternoons with occasional weekends Compensation: $6,000 Position Overview Franklin seeks a dynamic Varsity Basketball Coach to lead our Winter program. The coach will work closely with the Director of Athletics to build a program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, while ensuring a safe, positive environment for student-athletes. Responsibilities • Design and lead engaging practices and competitive strategies. • Model and cultivate teamwork, leadership, accountability, and commitment. • Supervise student-athletes daily. • Supervise and travel with student-athletes to and from all practices and competitions. • Prioritize student-athlete health and safety, including the immediate reporting of injuries to the Athletic Director and school health office. • Responsible for medical equipment at all practices, travel, and competitions. • Report scores, maintain attendance, and provide program updates to the Athletic Department. • Manage equipment and uniforms, ensuring accountability. • Communicate with parents and players in a timely and effective manner. • Read and adhere to all Athletic Department policies outlined in the Athletic Handbook. • Foster strong relationships with athletes, families, colleagues, and the Franklin community. • Demonstrate the highest respect for officials and serve as a role model in sportsmanship. Qualifications • Minimum 5+ years of high school and/or club basketball coaching experience • Certifications and licenses from NFHS or sport federations are highly preferred • Demonstrated ability to mentor, inspire, and connect with student-athletes • Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of team culture • Coaching Requirements per New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association required All coaches must complete the following certifications prior to working directly with student-athletes. Candidates may be hired conditionally without them, but completion is required before the first practice: • CPR / First Aid • NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching • NFHS Concussion in Sports • NFHS Heat Illness Prevention • NFHS Implicit Bias • BeNice Mental Health Education Background Check & References • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. • Candidates must also provide professional references as part of the hiring process. Why Join Franklin? Coaches at Franklin are mentors as well as teachers. You’ll join a collaborative athletic department committed to developing student-athletes not only in their sport but as leaders and engaged citizens. If you are passionate about volleyball and excited to contribute to a forward-thinking school community, we encourage you to apply.