Assistant Coach - Girls Basketball

Alpine School District•Pleasant Grove, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Coach for Girls Basketball supports the school’s athletic program by helping coordinate team selection and tryouts, conducting safe and effective practices, and preparing the competition team for local and national competitions. The program aims to generate school spirit, promote sportsmanship at school athletic and other events, and maintain a balanced emphasis on competitive success. The coach works collaboratively with athletes, staff, parents, administration, and support staff in support of the school’s vision for the team. The role also supports student athletes’ academic efforts, develops sport-specific skills, provides constructive individual instruction, and helps ensure the team follows applicable safety guidelines and sport rules. Additional duties include managing team resources and fundraising, overseeing team travel and events, maintaining equipment, ordering uniforms and gear, and participating in the hiring and instruction of assistant coaches. A teaching certificate is not required. This is a non-contract, stipend-paid position with no benefits. The position is at Pleasant Grove High, with a stated start date of November 2, 2026.

Requirements

Candidates are desired to have experience and knowledge in coaching at the high school, all-star, and/or college levels.
A teaching certificate is not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience and knowledge in coaching at the high school, all-star, and/or college levels.

Responsibilities

Help coordinate team selection and tryouts.
Coordinate and run safe and effective practices while caring for athletes’ needs.
Select and prepare the competition team for local and national competitions.
Work, communicate, and collaborate effectively with athletes, staff, parents, administration, and support staff in support of the school’s vision for the team.
Maintain a positive image for the school, community, and team.
Engage in school and community events.
Support and motivate student athletes to do their best in academic studies.
Develop sport-specific skills in athletes.
Provide individual instruction and guidance for student athletes in a constructive manner.
Adhere to state and NFHS safety guidelines, rules, and regulations for the sport or activity.
Manage, plan, and budget resources in conformity with Alpine School District regulations, policies, and procedures (PACE).
Manage, plan, and provide fundraising opportunities for the team and individual costs associated with the team (PACE).
Oversee local and extended or out-of-state trips and events that are beneficial to the team and school.
Maintain team equipment and order uniforms and gear.
Participate in hiring and instructing assistant coaches.