2025-2026 Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Kansas City Public Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a dedicated individual to lead the athletic basketball program, focusing on student development and safety. The role involves coaching, supervising student-athletes, and ensuring compliance with athletic standards. Ideal candidates will possess a strong commitment to sportsmanship and student success.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of coaching experience preferred.
• Must complete coaching principles and first aid courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach in instructing students in sport rules and techniques.
• Supervise students at practices and contests.
• Organize and schedule practice sessions.

Skills

Knowledge of sport's philosophy

Coaching techniques

Commitment to student-athlete concept

Education

Four-year college degree

Job description

PURPOSE OF JOB: Provide leadership for the school’s entire athletic basketball program through the ongoing development, implementation, and improvement of the sport coached.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist the head coach with instructing students in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
2. Assist in implementing athletic standards as outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook and attend all MSHSAA required sessions.
3. Assist in the coordination of the program.
4. Assist in the supervision of students at practices and contests.
5. Help provide information for transportation, facilities, officials, and game management.
6. Help organize and schedule practice sessions regularly to develop the student-athlete’s potential.
7. Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of best training and injury management procedures.
8. Conduct team and self ethically during practices and contests, exemplifying high standards of sportsmanship.
9. Assist in the systematic return of all school equipment in accordance with the KCPS Athletic Department Handbook.
10. Continue professional growth through clinics and professional publications.
11. Must successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
12. Fulfill 8 contact hours of professional development, including 4 hours at district level meetings, 3 hours at school level meetings, and 1 hour at outside meetings or clinics.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Student-athletes and assistant wrestling coaches.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess a four-year college degree and be contracted by the KCPS Board of Education for the school year as a full or part-time teacher, or have 1-3 years of coaching experience.
2. Knowledge of the sport’s philosophy and coaching techniques.
3. Successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
4. Strong commitment to the student-athlete concept and working knowledge of collegiate eligibility regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Employed as a teacher or administrator at the school where applying for the coaching position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, using hands and fingers, reaching, bending, stooping, and lifting objects of at least 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.