Head Coach - Basketball (Girls) - High School (HCHS)

Location: Erin, Tennessee (Houston County)

Reports To: Building Principal and Athletic Director

Position Matrix

Job Type

Supplemental

Job Title

Head Coach, Basketball (Girls)

Location

Houston County High School

Contract Duration

Coaching contracts last for one school year, at which time they may be renewed by the building principal and/or athletic director.

Coaches are expected to perform their duties and schedule practices and contests in accordance with the best interests of the student-athletes and guidelines from relevant governing bodies.

Compensation

Supplemental contracts provide a percentage increase to the employee's base salary. Contact the building principal or athletic director for specific percentages.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Must pass a background check

Preferred

Be a current certified teacher in good standing in the HCSD

Possess relevant experience in the sport

Other Requirements

Be able to learn and follow all applicable policies from all relevant governing bodies

Effectively and ethically liaison between the school district and students and guardians

Establish and maintain high standards for academic achievement, attendance, and behavior for student-athletes

Effectively coach and manage the team from a logistical, scheduling, and strategic perspective

Why Coach in Houston County

Empower student athletes to discover lifelong habits of fitness, self discipline, and resilience while modeling sportsmanship and integrity.

With a dedicated assistant coach, you'll craft training plans, cultivate team culture, and elevate Houston County's presence through sportsmanship and athletic achievement.

Guide athletes toward scholarships, academic eligibility, and community service projects that showcase their leadership outside of the sport.

Work with our athletic director, community stakeholders, and parents to drive success.

Job Description

Houston County High School seeks an energetic Head Girls Basketball Coach to lead its TSSAA Division I, Class 1A, Region 6, District 12 program. The coach will develop student-athletes' fundamentals, strategic understanding, and sportsmanship, while fostering academic success and personal growth both on and off the court. This role includes teaching an 80-minute, for-credit fifth-block basketball course; recruiting, leading, and evaluating one or two stipended assistant coaches; coordinating practices, scrimmages, games, and the logistics necessary to host or attend such activities; and serving as a visible ambassador for Houston County athletics throughout the school and broader community.