Job Posting: Head Middle School Girls Basketball Coach - Norwood Middle School

Position:  Head Middle School Girls Basketball Coach

School: Norwood Middle School

Location: Norwood, Colorado

Season: 2026-27

JOB SUMMARY:

Norwood Middle School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to serve as the  Head Middle School Girls Basketball Coach for the upcoming season. The coach will lead the high school volleyball program, focusing on skill development, team culture, and fostering a positive environment that emphasizes sportsmanship, leadership, and accountability.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to positively impact student-athletes and help build and grow the Norwood Mavericks volleyball program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred certification as a teacher
• Previous playing or coaching experience is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive team environment
• Completion of a criminal background check (fingerprints)
• Possession of a valid Colorado driver's license
• Willingness to obtain a school district small vehicle operator permit.
• Extra compensation when required to drive the team

COACHES COMPENSATION:

• The compensation for the head high school volleyball coach is a stipend position, calculated at 5% of the base teacher salary. For the upcoming season, this amounts to $1,980.10. Payment will be disbursed at the conclusion of the season.

COACH REPORTS TO:

• Norwood Public School Athletic Director

JOB GOALS:

• Provide leadership for the volleyball program while developing student-athletes both athletically and personally. Emphasize discipline, teamwork, and life skills that positively impact students’ physical, social, and emotional well-being.

TRAITS OF AN EFFECTIVE COACH:

• Demonstrates empathy, trustworthiness, accountability, discipline, and adaptability. Serves as a mentor, educator, and adept problem-solver.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement an education-based approach to high school athletics
• Adhere to all school, conference, and Colorado High School Activities Association rules and regulations
• Organize, schedule, and supervise practices and competitions
• Supervise and maintain equipment and facilities
• Assist with inventory and equipment needs
• Organize, distribute, and collect equipment
• Ensure the safety of athletes and facilities
• Report scores and promote team achievements
• Participate in preseason and postseason meetings with the Athletic Director
• Select assistant coaches, subject to approval
• Foster continuity within the volleyball program
• Ensure only eligible athletes participate
• Maintain appropriate supervision at all times
• Communicate effectively with athletes and parents
• Coordinate end-of-season awards
• Represent the school in a professional manner
• Stay current on coaching techniques and safety practices
• Attend school and league meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should complete an application found on the school website (Norwoodk12.org) and submit it via email to:

kyle.dinsmore@norwoodk12.org or sarah.franklin@norwoodk12.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in building the future of Norwood Mavericks Middle School Basketball.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated annually at the conclusion of the season.

EVALUATOR:

Athletic Director