High School Head Boys Basketball Coach

Harrison, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Posting: Head Boys Basketball Coach Harrison High School

Harrison School District is seeking a Head Boys Basketball Coach for the 2026/2027 school year. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) 9-12 teaching/coaching position. The ideal candidate will lead the program focusing on player and program development strategic game management and fostering a competitive positive culture. Candidates should have a strong background in coaching preferably at the high school or collegiate level and be able to manage all aspects of the program including summer opportunities for elementary through high school grades. Classroom teaching opportunities include Drivers Ed Physical Education ISS ALE and Social Studies.

Position Focus & Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be a student-centered professional who will fulfill the following Job Requirements:

Leadership: Manage basketball program develop team strategy and oversee/mentor basketball coaches. Experience: Proven experience coaching basketball with high school or collegiate experience
Player Development: Focus on skill development team discipline and academic success.
Program Culture: Build a positive competitive environment for student-athletes.
Administrative Duties: Collaborate with the Athletic Director in scheduling games managing purchases and promoting a positive coordinated summer basketball activity schedule.
Instructional Leadership & Curriculum: Create and deliver specialized instruction motivating students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation per each pupils ability; and demonstrate experience in examining interpreting and using student assessment data.
Classroom Environment & Management: Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with pupils; and ensure strong student engagement.
Communication & Collaboration: Formulate positive relationships with parents students and other staff members; and demonstrate effective communication within the school community.
Technology & Operations: Effectively use Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital resources (e.g. Canvas Google Classroom); and develop and maintain required paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications & Desired Attributes

Harrison School District is seeking an individual who meets the following criteria:

Required Qualifications Licensure:

Must possess appropriate Arkansas DESE certification. Status:
Must possess Arkansas Qualified Teacher (HQT) status.
Certifications: CDL or the ability to obtain one.
Professional Background: Previous experience required; candidates should have a strong background in coaching preferably at the high school or collegiate level.
Skills: Knowledge of effective instruction and disaggregation of data and display excellent people skills.
Technology: Willingness to attain or possess Google Level One Certification.

Why Join Harrison Public Schools

Harrison School District is a committed Professional Learning Community with strong community support and high standards of academic excellence. Harrison is one of the leading schools in Northwest Arkansas for academics athletics and activities. Applicants interested in working with great students a collaborative team fantastic facilities and a supportive community are encouraged to apply.

Application and Contact Information Application Process:
Submit application current resume and documentation of HQT and experience.

Contacts:
Mr. Jay Parker:
925 Goblin Dr.
Harrison AR 72601
Telephone:
Email Address:

Mr. Chris Pratt:
925 Goblin Dr.
Harrison AR 72601
Telephone:
Email Address:

Leadership: Manage basketball program develop team strategy and oversee/mentor basketball coaches. Experience: Proven experience coaching basketball with high school or collegiate experience
Player Development: Focus on skill development team discipline and academic success.
Program Culture: Build a positive competitive environment for student-athletes.
Administrative Duties: Collaborate with the Athletic Director in scheduling games managing purchases and promoting a positive coordinated summer basketball activity schedule.
Instructional Leadership & Curriculum: Create and deliver specialized instruction motivating students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation per each pupils ability; and demonstrate experience in examining interpreting and using student assessment data.
Classroom Environment & Management: Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with pupils; and ensure strong student engagement.
Communication & Collaboration: Formulate positive relationships with parents students and other staff members; and demonstrate effective communication within the school community.
Technology & Operations: Effectively use Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital resources (e.g. Canvas Google Classroom); and develop and maintain required paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications & Desired Attributes

Harrison School District is seeking an individual who meets the following criteria:

Required Qualifications Licensure:

Must possess appropriate Arkansas DESE certification. Status:
Must possess Arkansas Qualified Teacher (HQT) status.
Certifications: CDL or the ability to obtain one.
Professional Background: Previous experience required; candidates should have a strong background in coaching preferably at the high school or collegiate level.
Skills: Knowledge of effective instruction and disaggregation of data and display excellent people skills.
Technology: Willingness to attain or possess Google Level One Certification.