Athletics - High School Assistant Coach (Winter Sports) (SY26-27)

Chelsea Public Schools•Chelsea, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves coaching high school students in winter sports, specifically Assistant Coach roles for Basketball and Winter Track. The role requires teaching fundamental and advanced skills, providing leadership, enforcing discipline and sportsmanship, and adhering to league regulations. The coach will assist the Athletic Director in planning and scheduling practices, attending meetings, creating a supportive environment, and ensuring student safety and compliance. Responsibilities also include proper equipment use and maintenance, completing necessary student documentation, and assisting with end-of-season events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required.
Previous related work experience with children in an education setting may be substituted for education requirement.
Previous experience coaching in a similar sport strongly preferred.
Must possess teaching and coaching techniques appropriate to the sport assigned.
Current Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED and Concussion.
First Aid, CPR, AED and Concussion training required.
Must be available to attend activities, practices and meetings outside of school hours as necessary.
Certification as required by MIAA.
Must be dependable and reliable.
Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
Ability to relate well to others.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience coaching in a similar sport strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coaches individual participants in basic and advanced skills necessary for maximum individual achievement in the applicable sport.
Provides leadership to athletic team.
Teaches, monitors and enforces appropriate standards of discipline and sportsmanlike behavior.
Monitors adherence by athletes to the rules and regulations of the MIAA.
Follows the Coaches Responsibilities and Expectations – attached (adapted from MIAA Sportsmanship Manual).
Assists the Athletic Director in planning and scheduling a regular program of practice in-season and adhering to the schedule set by the Athletic Director.
Keeps up to date with any necessary training for assigned sport.
Attends regular coach meetings organized by the Athletic Director/Assistant Principal to discuss student eligibility, practice schedules, practice locations, documentation, equipment needs, and any general concerns or questions.
Creates an environment where students are supported and encouraged to participate in the athletics program.
Adheres to practice schedules, student practice rules and medical compliance as required by the league.
Strictly upholds and enforces standards and rules of athletic program, especially safety rules and standards.
Sets appropriate boundaries for students based on school rules.
Models positive behavior and fair play for students.
Instructs students in the proper use of equipment and sets up equipment for practice and games.
Notifies Athletic Director in a timely manner of any misuse of athletic equipment and need for any replacement equipment.
Completes all necessary documentation for students to participate in the Athletics program and ensures all documentation is submitted by deadlines.
Assists, as needed, in planning and executing an awards party for students at the end of the school year.
Attends all necessary meetings relating to the Athletics Program.
Keeps Athletic Director up to date on games, practices, and issues or concerns related to assigned sport.