2026-27 Assistant Boys Basketball Coach-Varsity Assistant - Horizon HS
About The Position
The Assistant Boys Basketball Coach designs and implements program activities in accordance with applicable rules and regulations for the sport. The coach supervises student athletes throughout their participation, uses sound instructional techniques, and serves as a positive role model to students, the community, and organizations. Positions are assigned to a specific sport at the varsity, JV/Frosh, or junior high level. This position is at Horizon High School and is a temporary position for the 2026–27 season, November 2, 2026 through February 6, 2027. Coaches must be district-approved volunteers and must also apply as a Chaperone/Community Volunteer/Volunteer Coach. The position reports to the Athletic Director.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Job-related experience is required; no specific duration is stated.
- Valid Arizona DPS Level I IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Must be a district-approved volunteer and also apply for Chaperone/Community Volunteer/Volunteer Coach.
- Ability to administer first aid and apply relevant laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
- Knowledge of activity equipment, injury prevention and treatment protocols, participant eligibility and discipline guidelines, public relations protocols, professional standards, and safety procedures.
- Ability to communicate with people of varied educational and cultural backgrounds, demonstrate leadership, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, motivate athletes, enforce sportsmanship, and use a firm, fair, and consistent approach to discipline.
- Ability to work extended hours that may include evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Assess student athletes and provide feedback on individual performance and team placement.
- Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences to receive and convey role-related information.
- Communicate with parents, students, officials, administrators, and the community.
- Instruct student athletes to promote growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Maintain records such as game and athlete statistics, insurance information, permission forms, emergency information, schedules, and equipment inventories to meet district, conference, and state requirements.
- Manage uniforms, equipment, and school facilities responsibly and safely.
- Monitor student athletes’ academic eligibility, comply with AIA requirements, and provide appropriate interventions such as counseling or tutoring when needed.
- Supervise student athletes during participation to help ensure activities are conducted with minimal risk of injury.
- Teach sports techniques, rules, strategies, and tactics to prepare teams and athletes for competition.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Education Level
High school or GED
