Varsity Head Boys Basketball Coach
Xaverian Brothers High School
Job Description
Job Start Date: December 1, 2025
Department: Athletics
Reports to: Athletic Director
Xaverian is an independent Catholic school for boys in grades 7-12, sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers. Located in Westwood, Massachusetts, this college-prep school welcomes students from approximately 90 communities across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Xaverian was established in 1963 and presently enrolls over 990 students.
General Expectations:
Xaverian is seeking applications for a varsity head basketball coach. Xaverian is a member of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletics Association and the Catholic Conference. The varsity head basketball coach is responsible for leading all aspects of our basketball program. They will work closely with our assistant coaches, student-athletes, school personnel, and various support staff to ensure that our program fully serves the needs of our student-athletes, both in the classroom and on the court. The head coach is also a visible member of Xaverian and must represent the best interest of our school community at all times.
Job Requirements
Qualifications Required:
Understanding of and appreciation for Xaverian, and support for our Catholic identity and mission as a Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School.
Knowledge of educational athletics, particularly at the high school level.
Appreciation for the appropriate place of athletics, especially in the overall development of adolescents.
Prior experience coaching basketball at the high school (or higher) level.
In-depth knowledge of all components associated with a high school basketball program, including the college recruitment process.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with various constituent groups, including student athletes, colleagues, parents, and community members.
A proven communicator, with skills in oral, written, and electronic communications.
Experience in a school setting is preferred, although not required.
Resume, cover letter, and three references should be submitted electronically to Jane McCarthy (jmccarthy@xbhs.com). Please indicate Varsity Head Basketball Coach in the subject line. Salary commensurate with experience. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Xaverian is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Category
Coach
Contact
Xaverian Brothers High School
800 Clapboardtree St.
Westwood, MA 02090
United States
Job listing link: https://www.xbhs.com/about/employment
Job listing closes: May 30, 2025