Job Title: Grizzly Hoops (Feeder Basketball) Head Coach

Position Type: Non-faculty, Staff, Non-exempt, Part-time

Season Dates: November - February

Reports to: Assistant Athletic Director

Salary Range: $2,000 - $3,000 Stipend

Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount Program

Location: Redmond, WA

Date Prepared: October 13th, 2026

Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students? Are you passionate about basketball and helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and character? Are you looking for an opportunity to serve in a Christian community united around a common mission? Read on to learn more about Bear Creek!

The Role
The Bear Creek School is currently seeking a Grizzly Hoops Head Coach to join our athletics team! The coach will help provide a positive and developmentally appropriate basketball experience for our student-athletes, with an emphasis on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, and character.

Why you should work at The Bear Creek School.
Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to our mission and to supporting the growth of our students. As a member of our athletics team, you will have the opportunity to use your love of basketball to mentor students, build confidence, and contribute to a positive team culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with instruction and training in the fundamentals of the sport/activity
• Assist with team supervision during practice, contests, and travel
• Assist the Head Coach with the maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Varsity coach to plan, create, and lead practice sessions for the JV or C-level programs (when applicable)
• Promote sportsmanship and fair play among team members
• Communicate with players, parents, and Bear Creek staff regarding team expectations, schedules, and program information
• Provide first aid as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

• Some coaching experience preferred, but not required
• High School Diploma Required
• Compliance with Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association and Bear Creek requirements prior to beginning of sports season
• Hold CPR/AED/First Aid certification (with epinephrine autoinjector supplement) or certification within 90 days of employment start date
• Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer (sponsorship is not available for this position)

Critical Performance Competencies

• Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization
• Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others
• Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas
• Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different, or changing requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and security of information
• Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results
• Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks
• Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct 

Physical Requirements

• Requires standing for long periods of time
• Requires lifting and moving of items upwards of 50 pounds
• Able to make visual and auditory evaluation of athlete’s performance
• Ability to demonstrate sport-related moves to students

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