2025-2026 Assistant Football Coach / Teacher

South San Antonio Independent School District•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

To implement and maintain an athletic program that will foster competition, good sportsmanship, and community pride. Contribute to the educational program as a whole to the growth of students involved in athletics.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree frim an accredited college or university
Valid secondary or all level certification
Texas Teachers Certificate
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non- refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee
General knowledge of coaching techniques and procedures
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL rules & regulations)
Ability to instruct, supervise, and implement leadership qualities
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to attract athletes to basketball program in grades K-12
Minimum of 3 years coaching experience at 4A or 5A High School level

Responsibilities

Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student athletes in the basketball program.
Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.
Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students' athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
Take all necessary precautions to protect student athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Keep informed of and ensure compliance with all UIL rules.
Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program and make changes based on findings.
Accompany and supervise student athletes during athletic competitions.
Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
Apply enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
Encourage, by example and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintain accurate supply inventory and equipment records.
Compile, maintain, and rile all UIL reports, records, and other documents on a timely basis.
Plan, organize, and coordinate supervision of all basketball events at the campus level.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Director of Athletics or Head Coach.
Supervise assigned student athletic assistants.