2026-27 MMS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Morgan Middle School; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Middle School in Ellensburg, Washington is seeking an Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach. Two positions are available to support the basketball program, train students, and reinforce fundamental skills, teamwork, and positive attitudes.

Ideal candidates may have playing or coaching experience, with strong organizational and communication abilities to work with students, families, and staff in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Previous playing or coaching experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student participants, parents, coaches, school administration and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision, education and direction of student participants in the Basketball Program.
• Attend athletic staff meetings and workshops.
• Participate in pre-season meetings.
• Assist the Head Coach with inventory needs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Skills

Coaching

Organization

Communication

Job description

2026-27 MMS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Ellensburg School District 401 Morgan Middle School - Ellensburg, Washington Open in Google Maps

Ellensburg School District 401 Morgan Middle School - Ellensburg, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5914652
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 22, 2026

Job Description

POSITION: Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach *** 2 positions available ***

LOCATION: Morgan Middle School

REPORTS TO: Head Boys’ Basketball Coach

JOB SUMMARY: To ensure student/athletes have a positive experience while teaching them the fundamental skills of

basketball, mental toughness, and teamwork.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with the supervision, education and direction of student participants in the Basketball Program.
• Attend athletic staff meetings and workshops.
• Participate in pre-season meetings.
• Assist the Head Coach with inventory needs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check.
• Must have a current First Aid and CPR Certificate and be versed in related preventative health and training standards.
• Must complete Blood Borne Pathogen and Sexual Harassment Training.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous playing or coaching experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Meet and maintain coaching standards as determined by the District and the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association.
• Ability to work in a positive, supportive manner with student participants, parents, coaches, school administration and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with student participants, parents, coaches, school administration and staff.
• Ability to work as a responsible member of a coaching staff in full cooperation with other coaches and the Athletic Director.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all-inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

Applicants of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Ellensburg School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Rhonda Schmidt, 509-925-8011, [e-mail] ; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Lori Gylling, 509-925-8115, [e-mail] . Address for both coordinators: 1300 East Third Avenue, Ellensburg, WA 98926.

Position Type: Other
Salary: $2,620 to $3,493 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Briley Cameron , MS Athletic Director
• Morgan Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]