Girls Head Varsity Basketball Coach

About The Lovett School: Mission, Core Values, and more

Lovett’s Commitment to the Whole Child

Lovett's Core Values  

Reports to: Director of Athletics

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Oversees the creation and implementation of a holistic girls’ basketball program across all levels (Middle School, JV, Varsity), fostering a healthy, competitive culture aligned with Lovett’s mission, values, strategic plan, and whole child experience.
• Provides leadership and mentorship to coaches across all program tiers, ensuring a unified coaching team and consistency in approach through regular feedback and evaluation.
• Plans and designs developmentally appropriate practices for all levels of skill development, strategy, and teamwork.
• Oversees and manages the assessment and selection process for all players across every team, developing a structured rubric for providing feedback to players and teams.
• Seeks out and participates in professional development opportunities to strengthen the coaching staff's abilities and advance personal expertise as a basketball coach and or leader within education-based sports.
• Establishes a supportive and welcoming team environment that emphasizes fairness, respect, and individual development across all tiers.
• Cultivates meaningful and positive connections with student-athletes, as well as the broader school community, at every level.
• Organizes and oversees the planning of games, practices, tournaments, and additional events for all program levels.
• Coordinates and supervises youth clinics, summer camps, and developmental initiatives aimed at enhancing the program's talent pool and community engagement.
• Guides and supports student-athletes pursuing collegiate or professional basketball careers by navigating the recruitment process, offering resources on academic eligibility, and providing exposure through showcases, camps, and tournaments.
• Establish connections with college scouts, coaches, and club/AAU organizations to advocate for student-athletes, enhancing their visibility and opportunities for advancement.
• Maintains current knowledge of NCAA and NAIA regulations to offer accurate advice on recruitment and eligibility, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.
• Ensures the girls' basketball program adheres to Georgia High School Association (GHSA) regulations by maintaining up-to-date compliance, accurately recording eligibility and schedules, and coordinating with the athletic department for document submissions.
• Actively participates in GHSA meetings and training to stay informed, while also educating the program's community on the importance of sportsmanship and ethical play according to GHSA standards.
• Oversees the program's operations, ensuring adherence to the allocated budget.
• Undertakes additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Position Requirements: 

• Must be a current full-time employee or actively pursuing employment as a faculty or staff member at The Lovett School.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• At least five (5) years of coaching experience, with a strong preference for candidates with head coaching experience.
• Deep understanding of the way unconscious bias impacts the workplace.
• Demonstrated ability to develop basketball programs and build meaningful relationships with players.
• Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Outstanding organizational, management, and motivational skills.
• Drive a 14-passenger bus.
• Knowledge of GHSA rules and regulations.
• CPR and First Aid Certified - preferred.