Position Summary
The Unified Basketball Assistant Coach supports the head coach in implementing a positive, inclusive, and engaging basketball program. The assistant coach will help develop student-athletes'' basketball skills, encourage teamwork and sportsmanship, and ensure that all participants have meaningful opportunities to contribute, improve, and enjoy the experience of school athletics.
Reports to: Athletic Director
Responsibilites:
- Help the head coach plan and run practices, drills, and skill-development activities, and demonstrate the sport's skills and fundamentals.
- Support the head coach in keeping the environment inclusive and positive so participation, confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship grow.
- Give student-athletes individual instruction, encouragement, and constructive feedback, and help evaluate their progress throughout the season.
- Support the program's academics-first approach by helping monitor academic performance and eligibility.
- Help supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices, games, transportation, and team activities, including weekend events, as assigned.
- Help make sure all student-athletes understand team expectations, safety procedures, and sportsmanship standards.
- Support game-day preparation, player organization, substitutions, and other coaching duties under the direction of the head coach.
- Help with scheduling practices and scrimmages as directed by the head coach.
- Help maintain and inventory athletic equipment, and report safety concerns to the head coach.
- Tell the head coach and Athletic Director about student-athletes' needs, incidents, and parent concerns as appropriate.
- Work with the head coach, school staff, and other personnel to support student-athletes' participation and success.
- Help build positive relationships with families and the community, and support fundraising efforts.
- Attend coaching meetings as assigned, and complete required paperwork and safety training.
- Follow all district policies, athletic department procedures, and MIAA rules and guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the head coach and/or Athletic Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience playing or coaching basketball, or working with students in an athletic or educational setting, preferred.
- Interest in inclusive athletics and supporting students with diverse abilities.
- Strong communication, teamwork, patience, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the head coach and contribute to a safe, welcoming team environment.
- Current required certifications, clearances, and training as established by the district and state
Equal Opportunity Employer
Southbridge Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, age, or sexual orientation.