Lycée Français de New York
Middle School Boys Basketball — Head Coach
505 E 75th St, New York, NY 10021-3462
On-site · Regular Full-Time · $9k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 5, 2026
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Middle School Boys Basketball — Head Coach
Season: Winter 26-27 Level: Middle School Reports to: Director of Athletics
About Lycée Athletics
The Athletics Program at Lycée Français de New York supports the school's mission of providing a rigorous, bilingual, and internationally minded education. We develop the whole student-athlete — building physical competency, character, resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship alongside academic excellence. Lycée teams compete as the Lynx, primarily in the NYCAL and other NYC-area independent school leagues.
Position Summary
The Middle School Boys Basketball Head Coach leads the program's development at the middle school level, building fundamental skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship as students prepare for the high school pathway. This role partners closely with the Assistant Coach and reflects Lycée's commitment to student-centered coaching.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and lead practices and games consistent with Lycée's coaching philosophy
Model and reinforce the values outlined in the Portrait of a Lycée Coach
Communicate clearly and proactively with student-athletes, parents, and the Athletics Office
Support student-athlete academic and social-emotional development alongside athletic growth
Follow all league (NYCAL), school, and safety/eligibility policies
Attend required coaches meetings and trainings
Submit rosters, schedules, and other administrative items by requested deadlines
Lead practice planning and delegate game-day roles to the Assistant Coach
Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and the Athletics Office for this program
Qualifications
Prior coaching or playing experience in Basketball preferred
Experience working with Middle School aged student-athletes
Strong communication skills; comfort working within a bilingual (French/English) community
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before season start)
Ability to pass required background check
Time Commitment
Practices: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays — one of three windows depending on gym availability: 4:20–5:30, 5:00–6:15, or 5:30–6:45
Tryouts: Week of November 9th
Season dates: Begins with tryouts week of November 9th; ends early February