•    Plan and lead age-appropriate basketball practices, drills, and conditioning activities.
•    Teach fundamental basketball skills, including dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense, and game strategies.
•    Develop students' coordination, agility, endurance, and overall athletic abilities.
•    Organize team practices, scrimmages, and competitive games.
•    Coordinate and participate in basketball games and competitions with other schools, ensuring students are prepared          and appropriately supervised.
•    Teach students the rules of basketball and promote teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, and positive behavior.
•    Adapt instruction to accommodate students with varying athletic abilities and experience levels.
•    Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.
•    Maintain a safe and supportive environment during practices, games, and other team activities.
•    Monitor student attendance, participation, and behavior.
•    Maintain and properly care for athletic equipment and supplies.
•    Communicate student progress, safety concerns, and program needs to school leadership.
•    Follow all The Leah Chase School and NOLA-PS policies, safety procedures, and professional expectations.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of basketball rules, fundamentals, and coaching techniques.
• Experience playing, coaching, or instructing basketball or related youth sports.
• Ability to effectively engage and supervise elementary and middle school-aged students.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and behavior management skills.
• Must meet all NOLA-PS employment and background check requirements.

• Previous experience coaching elementary, middle school, or youth basketball.
• Experience working in a school-based athletic or after-school program.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of youth athletic development, injury prevention, and positive coaching practices.