Head Boys Basketball Coach

Salary: $5,500.00 Annually
Location : Collegeville, MN
Job Type: Exempt, Temporary/Provisional, Non-Ben. Eligible
Job Number: 202500031
Department: Athletics – Prep School
Opening Date: 04/28/2026

Position Summary
Saint John’s Preparatory School invites applications for the part-time, non-benefit eligible position of Head Boys Basketball Coach to begin October 2026.

Since its founding in 1857, Saint John’s Preparatory School has provided exceptional education in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. Saint John’s Preparatory School is a Catholic/Benedictine, co-educational, day and boarding college preparatory school for students in grades 6-12, with boarding options beginning in the 9th grade. Saint John’s Prep is located on the 3,000 acres of woods and lakes of Saint John’s University’s campus in central Minnesota.

The Head Boys Basketball Coach reports to the Activities Director and instructs athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize the greatest level of success possible. This position supervises JV Assistant coaches, C-squad and Middle School levels.

The Order of Saint Benedict offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information).

The posted wage represents OSB’s good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Responsibilities
1. Prepare practice and game plans to maximize the success of each individual and the team as a whole.
2. Possesses knowledge or studies various systems and tactics to be used by the team or defend opposing teams.
3. Teaches fundamentals of the sport, including rules and regulations and proper techniques for safe play.
4. Creates a safe/positive environment and maintains discipline and cooperation.
5. Assists in directing student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
6. In conjunction with the Activities Director, Principal and other school personnel determines consequences and discipline when rules and expectations are violated and communicates the consequences to parents.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Understands the proper administration line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels.
2. Assists in ensuring all MSHSL eligibility requirements are completed by the athletes.
3. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned sites.
4. Handles all equipment check out/check in procedures.
5. Recommends to the Activities Director budgetary items needed.
6. Monitors locker rooms and any facilities/grounds used before and after practices and games, ensuring general cleanliness of the facility/grounds.
7. Secures all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving building.
8. Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property.
9. Prepares game summaries and other communication for school communication channels as directed.
10. Maintains a record of team statistics and requirements for lettering.
11. Plans and implements both in-season and out-of-season strength and conditioning training.
12. Communicates in a professional manner with other coaches and school officials. Thoughts and opinions regarding the program should always be expressed in private meetings and never in public settings.
13. Strives to improve skills by attending clinics and other resources made available.
14. Attends the contests, when possible, of lower level teams in the program
15. Performs such other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position and that may be requested by the Activities Director.

Qualifications

Experience coaching and/or participation in the activity.Ability to communicate effectively with all constituencies.Completion of all Minnesota State High School League On-Line Course requirements.
To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on “Apply” above. Candidates are asked to complete the application form.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the OSB hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-2874.

It is the policy of OSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Order of Saint Benedict is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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