Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Independence School District; Middle School; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Independence School District in Missouri is seeking a Middle School Assistant Coach to support a comprehensive extracurricular sports program for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves assisting the head coach, developing the athletic program, and promoting safe, positive competition among students, parents, staff, and the community.

You will work under the guidance of the head coach, athletic director, and principal, maintaining rules, equipment inventories, and a constructive environment

Qualifications

• Current Substitute Certificate? Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Responsibilities

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
• Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

Skills

Coaching

Athletic program development

Education

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

MSHSAA qualification standards

Tools

MSHSAA rules knowledge

Job description

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSISTANT COACH

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
  
• Date Posted:
  3/24/2026
  
• Location:
  250-Nowlin Middle School
  
• Date Available:
  2026-2027 school year
  

Qualifications

• Current Substitute Certificate? Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Fair Labor Standards Act Status

To be determined at the time of hire

Reports to

• Middle School Head Coach
• Athletic Director
• Building Principal

Job Goal

To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

Performance Responsibilities

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
• Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

Terms of Employment

The Assistant Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Assistant Coach Performance Based Evaluation.

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