Athletics, Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Football, Fundraising, Games Programming, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Schedule Development, Secondary School, Sports Management, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Training Program, Training/Teaching
Southfield A and T - Appendix B - Football Assistant Coach 2026-2027 (EXTERNAL) JobID: 15881
Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Activity Sponsor
Date Posted:
4/13/2026
Location:
District Wide Athletics
District:
Southfield Public Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide
Position Title: Assistant Football Coach
Reports To: Building Principal/Athletic Director
Location: Southfield A&T High School
Start Date/End Date: August 2026-October 2026 (2026-2027 School Year - FALL ATHLETICS)
Salary: $2,700.00 Stipend per the SEA CBA (paid at the end of the season based on the payment calendar)
Position Summary:
The Assistant Football Coach is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the high school football program. This includes coaching student-athletes, developing game strategies, organizing practices, ensuring academic accountability, and fostering leadership, discipline, and sportsmanship. The coach must demonstrate a strong commitment to student development and uphold the school's values both on and off the field.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement practice plans, game strategies, and conditioning programs.
- Teach fundamental football techniques and advanced skills to student athletes.
- Promote academic success and character development among team members.
- Supervise assistant coaches and delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of equipment and uniforms.
- Collaborate with the Athletic Director on scheduling games, travel, and budget needs.
- Ensure compliance with school, district, league, and state athletic regulations.
- Maintain open communication with players, parents, school staff, and the community.
- Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Serve as a positive role model and mentor for student-athletes.
- Organize and participate in team fundraising, community outreach, and promotional events.
- Evaluate player performance and provide regular feedback and support for improvement.
- Enforce discipline and team rules consistently and fairly.
- Oversee offseason conditioning and training programs.
Qualifications:
- Prior coaching experience at the high school level or higher (head coaching experience preferred).
- In-depth knowledge of football rules, strategies, and safety practices.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to demonstrate skills and drills.
- Ability to motivate and mentor student athletes.
- Bachelor's degree in education, Sports Management, or related field preferred.