Varsity Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Varsity Assistant Girls Basketball Coach JobID: 6983 Position Type: Coaching/Assistant Coach Date Posted: 7/8/2026 Location: Hopkins High School Additional Information: Show/Hide At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins. SUMMARY: The Varsity Assistant Girls Basketball Coach assists the Head Coach in developing, implementing, and promoting a successful girls basketball program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, academic achievement, and personal growth. This position works directly with student-athletes to create a positive, competitive, and inclusive environment that aligns with the mission and values of Hopkins High School, Hopkins Public Schools, and the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). The Varsity Assistant Coach supports all aspects of the program, including practice planning, player development, game preparation, scouting, supervision, and program culture while serving as a positive role model for student-athletes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting effective daily practices that develop individual and team basketball skills. Teach offensive and defensive fundamentals, team concepts, conditioning, and basketball IQ. Support the implementation of the program's philosophy, goals, standards, and expectations. Assist with game preparation, opponent scouting, film analysis, and player evaluations. Provide instruction that promotes continuous improvement in individual skill development. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, respect, discipline, and sportsmanship. Supervise student-athletes during practices, contests, team travel, and other team functions. Assist with organizing and managing equipment, uniforms, and practice materials. Help monitor student-athlete academic progress and encourage academic success. Communicate effectively with student-athletes, parents, coaching staff, administration, officials, and community members. Promote positive relationships throughout the basketball program from youth through varsity levels. Attend coaches meetings, professional development opportunities, and program events as assigned. Ensure compliance with all Hopkins Public Schools, MSHSL, and district policies and procedures. Support offseason player development, summer programming, youth camps, and strength and conditioning initiatives. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications Previous basketball playing and/or coaching experience. Demonstrated ability to teach basketball fundamentals and team concepts. Ability to establish positive relationships with student-athletes. Suc…