Assistant Coach, High School

Position: Assistant Coach, High School for 2025-2026 School Year
POSITION TITLE:
Assistant Coach, High School

QUALIFICATIONS

Prior coaching experience required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The assistant coach for any sport has the responsibility for supporting the athletics program in a manner that serves the best interests of the school district and of the student athletes who participate in that program. The assistant coach supports and works cooperatively with the varsity head coach, performing all assigned duties and providing support and assistance as requested. The assistant coach ensures that actions and activities are consistent with and supportive of the varsity athletics program as well as the rules identified by the Metropolitan High School Activities Association and the Nebraska School Activities Association.

The assistant coach adheres at all times to the Policies and Regulations and the Practices and Procedures of the Board of Education.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures the safety and well-being of all student participants.

Attends practices and competitive events consistently, demonstrating punctual arrival.

Supports and applies approved expectations for learning and classroom performance as a condition for participation in athletics. Monitors and supports students' academic performance to ensure success.

Sets and maintains high expectations for the conduct of student athletes, supervising students to assure that all conduct presents the school and the school district in a positive manner.

Supports and applies the varsity head coach's plan for teaching and encouraging appropriate student behavior including possible consequences for unacceptable behavior. Assures that the plan is used to support the development of the student athletes and to promote the success of the athletics program.

Supports and teaches the athletics program designed by the varsity head coach, enhancing the development of skills and encouraging team play during instruction, practice, and competitive events.

Gathers accurate information regarding eligibility of student athletes and provides it to the varsity head coach in a timely manner. Supports the letter and the spirit of eligibility criteria as determined by the school and the district, as well as local and state governing bodies.

Participates in district-approved activities with elementary and middle school aged students at the request of the varsity head coach.

Communicates effectively with students, staff, and parents.

Communicates with the varsity head coach regarding important changes, problems or developments potentially affecting the athletics program or the school.

Works cooperatively with all coaches and officials to provide the best possible experience for student-athletes and fans.

Supports and contributes to the success of the entire athletics program by encouraging student participation and support for all programs and assisting other programs whenever possible.

Communicates with building administrators regarding important changes, problems or developments potentially affecting the athletics program or the school.

Supports and contributes to the success of the entire athletics program and the school by encouraging student participation and support for all programs and assisting other programs and coaches whenever possible.

Coaching

Plans and schedules all activities related to the athletics program in conjunction with the Athletic Director and in conformance with rules of local and state governing bodies.

Designs and implements strength and conditioning program that supports the health and safety of student-athletes and promotes the success of the program.

Designs practice activities that enhance the development of athletics skills, deepen student-athletes' understanding of the sport, and emphasize the importance of team play to the success of the program. Practices are ordered, with purposeful activities designed to elicit high levels of participation and to emphasize elements of individual and team excellence.

Leads student athletes and staff in preparing for and participating in competitive events. Manages all resources effectively to enhance growth, to maximize opportunities for success, and to present the program and…