Wilby High School Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Waterbury Public Schools · Waterbury, CT · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time
Stipend: $4,580
Closing date: September 10, 2026
About the role
This position assists in instructing student athletes in girls basketball, providing leadership to help each participant achieve a high level of skill, sportsmanship, discipline, and self-esteem. The assistant coach will work with the JV team for the entire winter season under the direction of the head coach, Director of Sports, or other assigned administrator.
Responsibilities
- Assists head coach in planning and scheduling regular in-season practices in accordance with District policy and State athletic rules/regulations
- Assists head coach with end-of-year inventory and award information
- Assists with team rosters as requested
- Assists in efforts to improve the program
- Manages athlete behavior during all athletic practices, competitions, and events
- Oversees safety conditions of the facility/area where the sport is conducted, especially when students are present
- Assists players in the care and prevention of injuries
- Assists the head coach in maintaining necessary attendance forms, accident reports, and similar paperwork
- Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate
- Assists in scheduling contests and transportation where applicable
- Attends clinics, camps, seminars, and coaches/rules interpretation meetings as required
- Coaches individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in basketball
- Collects all uniforms and equipment at the end of the season
- Communicates with classroom teachers to encourage individual success of each player
- Communicates with head coach regarding coaching strategies and procedures
- Complies with Board policies and District procedures in the development and maintenance of the interscholastic athletics program
- Conducts oneself with tact and diplomacy
- Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior at all times; establishes and oversees penalties for breaches of standards
- Enforces rules and regulations established by the head coach; distributes copies to all team members prior to the start of the season
- Ensures appropriate attire at practices and events
- Ensures practice and repetition of fundamentals
- Ensures proper care of equipment
- Ensures proper organization of practices and drills
- Ensures safety of students
- Ensures all tasks are completed in a timely manner
- Evaluates assigned programs and submits written reports to the head coach at the conclusion of the season
- Evaluates players
- Follows all applicable State laws and CIAC regulations as outlined in the CIAC Handbook
- Follows District procedures in establishing performance criteria for eligibility in interscholastic competition
- Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents
- Is encouraged to tape and review game films
- Maintains complete and accurate records (e.g., attendance forms, accident reports)
- Maintains respect for confidential information (e.g., student athlete grades for eligibility purposes)
- Maintains satisfactory attendance
- Oversees the condition of the locker room
- Participates in awards program by distributing awards to players
- Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season (including holiday or vacation periods) with the head coach
- Promotes good public relations through personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
- Provides a positive learning environment for athletes
- Provides for the orderly distribution and collection of all athletic equipment
- Reports all injuries to school nurse or principal
- Responds to routine questions and requests appropriately
- Serves as a role model for students
- Shares responsibility with head coach for field or court preparation
- Submits physical forms and other necessary paperwork to the school nurse prior to engaging in the sport
- Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Requirements
- Certificate of Completion for Module 15 from the Connecticut Coaching Education Program
- Connecticut State Department of Education Coach permit or Temporary Coach permit
- Current CPR and First Aid Certificates
- High School diploma or GED
- Successful completion of pre-employment process
- Incumbents may be required to possess and retain a current Motor Vehicle operator's license
- Life Guard Certification (for swimming only)
Skills
- Knowledge of coaching techniques and human behavior
- Knowledge of the specific assigned sport (girls basketball)
- Knowledge of federal, State, and Board policies and regulations regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action
- Basic skills in equipment repair and maintenance as applicable
- Effective, active listening skills
- Organizational and problem-solving skills
- Public speaking skills
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to diffuse potentially volatile situations
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students
- Ability to physically perform essential functions
- Ability to recognize and treat minor athletic injuries
- Ability to work assigned hours
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Leadership ability
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Physical and Mental Requirements
Individuals appointed to this assignment must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties.