At BASIS Independent Schools, we believe students are capable of more than they can imagine, and that the most powerful education inspires them to think for themselves. With expert teachers, a thoughtfully designed curriculum, and a warm, welcoming culture, students grow into fearless and confident thinkers prepared to explore, question, and contribute with purpose. BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-grade 12 private, secular schools, with 12 schools located in California, New York, Northern Virginia, and Washington State.


Position Overview:
BASIS Independent Manhattan is seeking an experienced, passionate, and visionary Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach to lead and elevate one of our competitive athletic programs. The ideal candidate will be committed to building a strong, sustainable team culture grounded in discipline, accountability, skill development, and respect. This coach will take ownership of the program—establishing structure, fostering student-athlete growth, and upholding the values of BASIS Independent Schools.
Key Responsibilities:
• Program Leadership & Culture Building
◦ Develop and implement a clear, positive, and competitive team culture built on discipline, hard work, sportsmanship, and high expectations.
◦ Establish consistent program standards, routines, and expectations for student-athletes.
◦ Build strong relationships with players, families, and school leadership to ensure alignment with the mission of BASIS Independent Schools.
◦ Serve as a role model for integrity, responsibility, and resilience.
• Coaching & Skill Development
◦ Provide high-level instruction in sport-specific technique, fundamentals, and advanced strategy.
◦ Create structured practice plans focused on progression, individual improvement, and team performance.
◦ Analyze student-athlete strengths and areas for growth, providing targeted feedback to support their development.
◦ Foster a competitive environment that encourages continuous improvement and excellence.
• Program Management
◦ Oversee all aspects of the varsity program, including tryouts, roster selection, scheduling, and game preparation.
◦ Maintain accurate equipment inventory and ensure a safe and organized practice environment.
• Student-Athlete Support & Accountability
◦ Promote academic accountability and ensure that student-athletes meet all eligibility and conduct expectations.
◦ Reinforce discipline, punctuality, effort, and team-first values.
◦ Address behavioral or performance issues fairly and consistently.
Qualifications:
• Prior high school, collegiate, or club coaching experience required; varsity-level experience strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of sport-specific rules, techniques, and modern coaching methods.
• Demonstrated ability to build or transform a program culture.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Characteristics:
• High-energy, motivating, and student-centered coaching style.
• Ability to mentor athletes both on and off the court/field.
• Consistent and disciplined with excellent time-management skills.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.