Basketball Girls MS Assistant Coach (2026-2027 School Year)

About the Role

To coach, direct, advise, and coordinate functions inherent to a specific interscholastic sport, extracurricular activity, or co-curricular activity. This role involves independent work in assigned settings while adhering to all laws, Board Policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective cooperation and communication with building principals, school district administration, the School Board, the Director of Athletics and Activities (DAA), and other relevant personnel.
• Serve as a positive representative of the school district when communicating with internal and external publics.
• Develop a positive rapport with coaching staff and student-participants, using ethical means to motivate them toward desired goals.
• Maintain professional relations with game/event officials, student-participants, parents/guardians, opponents, spectators, and the news media.
• Demonstrate self-control, poise, and serve as a role model for students and staff, fostering an atmosphere of respect.
• Understand and apply principles of training, conditioning, and development for student-participants, adjusting activities to suit skill levels and teaching good citizenship and sportsmanship.
• Comply with all pre-season checklist requirements (e.g., practice schedules, PIAA Physical/Parent Certificate, team rules) and submit accurate post-season forms.
• Adhere to PIAA, school district, league, District XI, and other governing body rules, regulations, and policies.
• Attend mandatory meetings, assembly programs, pep rallies, recognition events, and banquets.
• Perform evaluations of team/activity performance and student-participants, as well as assistant coaches/directors/advisors.
• Seek self-improvement and program enhancement through clinics, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Organize the program, including pre-season, in-season, and post-season activities, practice/rehearsal sessions, and leadership for youth sports/activity programs.
• Plan assignments, delegate authority, and remain accountable for delegated tasks.
• Assist student-participants with post-high school goals, college selections, and scholarship opportunities, adhering to NCAA and other governing body policies.
• Ensure student-participants are aware of and comply with school district policies regulating practices and behavior.
• Teach and enforce safety protocols, handle injuries properly, and complete related paperwork.
• Submit equipment requests, follow purchasing procedures, oversee fundraising activities, and ensure proper use, care, and storage of equipment.
• Maintain an effective system for issuing, collecting, and inventorying supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper use and security of facilities and supervise student-participants before, during, and after practices/games/events.
• Submit all required reports and information to the Athletics and Activities Department.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures for volunteer coaches/directors/advisors.
• Work necessary hours to effectively administer the position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or designee.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with coaches, student-participants, administration, staff, parents/guardians, and media.
• Ability to organize and administer a program for applicable grade levels (e.g., K-3, K-6, 4-6, 7-12, 9-12, K-12).
• Enthusiasm, sincerity, and ability to maintain perspective while teaching good citizenship and sportsmanship.
• Ability to make sound decisions appropriate to circumstances.
• Dependability, punctuality, flexibility, professional appearance, and effective time management.
• Professional demeanor and courteous interaction with students, staff, and the public.
• Strong communication, judgment, planning, organizational, problem-solving, and human relations skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in various group settings.
• Thorough knowledge of the skills, techniques, procedures, and rules of the specific sport or activity, with the ability to demonstrate them.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR is preferred.
• Proficiency with applicable technology resources and individual computer/technology-related skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and staying current with issues in the field.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk as necessary.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to climb stairs and ramps.
• Ability to access all work areas and move about to perform necessary functions.
• Ability to lift as required.
• Ability to withstand changes in environmental conditions in the work area.
• Ability to travel between school district buildings and other job-related locations.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment relative to the position.