- Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching
- Date Posted:
4/1/2025
- Location:
150-Truman High School
- Date Available:
2025-2026 School year
INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT COACH
Qualifications: - Current Substitute Certificate
- Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
- CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: To be determined at the time of hire
Reports to:
Head Coach
Athletic Director
Building Principal
Job Goal:
To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.
Performance Responsibilities: - Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
- Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
- Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
- Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
- Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
- Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
- Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
- Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
- Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
- Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
- Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
- Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations
Terms of Employment:
The Assistant Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Assistant Coach Performance Based Evaluation.