Tumwater - Assistant Boys Basketball Coach 26-27

Tumwater School District•Tumwater, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Tumwater School District is seeking an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach for Tumwater High School for the 2026-2027 season, tentatively scheduled from November 2026 to March 2027. This stipend position starts at $5,214 and will remain open until filled, with a hiring decision possible after September 22nd, 2026. The season dates are subject to change based on the WIAA's modified sports schedule, and the job description may be updated by the employer.

Requirements

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
Current First Aid/CPR certification and any applicable WIAA requirements
Successful prior experience as head or assistant coach in designated sport/activity
Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators, and community members
Must be at least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity, supporting the Head Coach.
Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, managing before, during, and after all practices, conditioning sessions, games, travel, and other school-sanctioned events.
Develop appropriate objectives for the assigned sport/activity.
Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related to the assigned sport/activity, student participation, and parent/community involvement.
Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes.
Manage the sport/activity budget, equipment, and supply inventory, ordering necessary equipment and ensuring all equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe condition.
Operate and maintain district equipment as required, ensuring their safe and proper use, and protecting district interests regarding pilferage, loss, theft, or abuse of facilities and equipment.
Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required.
Report, verbally and in writing, to the Head Coach, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition.
Report all injuries to building administration and complete appropriate report(s).
Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if required.
Assume responsibility for clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic Director or Head Coach.
Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the TSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations.
Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach.
Attend all league meetings directly related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the building Athletic Director.
Organize and conduct, in coordination with the Head Coach, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season.
Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants.
Communicate results of each game/match to appropriate media.
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Participate in various meetings (e.g., parent conferences, professional development, hearings, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.