Chicago, Illinois
Posted: 27-Feb-26
Location: Davidson, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
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About Davidson Day
Davidson Day School is a diverse independent school serving approximately 545 students from age 2 through 12th grade, where we empower students to embrace challenge, live with character, and lead with purpose. We are a community grounded in the values of Courage, Ownership, Resilience, and Empathy.
Davidson Day School is an exceptional academic institution with a 100% college placement rate. Patriot student-athletes consistently earn regional and national recognition, with many advancing to compete at all levels of NCAA athletics. Over the past four years, more than 100 college coaches have visited campus to attend athletic events and recruit Davidson Day student-athletes. The School also takes pride in alumni currently competing as professional athletes in Europe, the WNBA, the NBA G League, and other elite leagues.
Learn more at www.davidsonday.org.
Position Summary
The Varsity Boys Basketball Head Coach supports the mission, values, and athletic philosophy of Davidson Day School by providing positive leadership, skill instruction, and team development for student-athletes. The Coach fosters a safe and inclusive environment aligned with NCISAA and school policies while promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.
This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 academic year. In addition to coaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will assume teaching and/or administrative responsibilities aligned with their experience and the operational needs of the School.
Essential Functions
Coaching & Player Development
- Teach and coach basketball fundamentals, advanced skills, conditioning, and game strategy
- Plan and lead effective practices for High School Varsity and Middle School teams, including camps and/or summer programs
- Develop student-athletes individually and collectively, promoting a positive and competitive culture grounded in sportsmanship, resilience, and school pride
- Provide leadership, organization, and supervision for all team-related activities, including practices, games, travel, and events
- Recruit, support, and retain student-athletes and families to grow participation and strengthen program community
- Implement proper injury prevention techniques and follow athletic trainer recommendations
Communication & Professionalism
- Communicate proactively with athletes, families, athletics staff, and school administrators
- Model professionalism, integrity, and alignment with the school’s mission and core values
- Report injuries, incidents, or safety concerns according to school protocol
- Comply with all school and NCISAA policies, rules, and regulations
- Attend required coaches’ meetings, training sessions, and professional development, as needed
Required Qualifications
- Varsity or college-level coaching experience
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with student-athletes in grades 7-12
- Energetic leader with a proven track record of success
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative mindset and eagerness to contribute to school culture
- Valid CPR, First Aid, and AED Certifications, or ability to obtain upon hire
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or willingness to obtain upon hire
Equal Employment Opportunity
Davidson Day School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.