26/27 Middle School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (AC Prep)

5670 - African Centered Elementary Academy; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 1,800 - 2,200; Part time

Job summary

African Centered Elementary Academy in Kansas City, MO, part of KC Public Schools, seeks a 26/27 Middle School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach for AC Prep. This is a seasonal, part-time role within the Athletics department.

The coach will lead program development, coordinate practices, and ensure safety and sportsmanship while aligning with district goals. Immediate start; salary is per season.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basketball coaching philosophy and standards.
• Must complete MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
• Strong commitment to student-athlete development and eligibility regulations.
• Must fulfill 8 contact hours of professional development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the basketball program in line with MSHSAA standards.
• Assist in implementing athletic standards and attend required sessions.
• Assist in program coordination and scheduling.
• Supervise students at practices and contests.
• Arrange transportation, facilities, officials, and game management.
• Plan practice sessions to develop student-athletes’ potential.
• Emphasize safety and responsible conduct by the team.
• Return equipment per department procedures.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through clinics and publications.

Skills

Sport coaching

Student-athlete welfare

Job description

26/27 Middle School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (AC Prep)

26/27 Middle School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (AC Prep)

Kansas City School District - KCMO 5670 - African Centered Elementary Academy - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kansas City Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5893477

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Middle School Assistant Boys Basketball

Salary Grade: $2,000/season

Department: Athletics

Reports To: Athletic Director/ Building Principal

Position Summary: Provide leadership for the school's athletic program through the continuous development, implementation, and enhancement of the sport(s) assigned, while promoting student‑athlete growth, program excellence, and alignment with district goals and expectations.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

• Coordinate specific sport with a full team in compliance with MSHSAA standards.
• Assist in implementing athletic standards as outlined in the MSHSAA Handbook and attend all MSHSAA required sessions.
• Assist in the coordination of the program.
• Assist in the supervision of students at practices and contests.
• Help provide information for transportation, facilities, officials and game management.
• Help organize and schedule practice sessions on a regular basis with the objective of developing the student‑athlete’s greatest potential.
• Emphasize safety precautions and be aware of the best training and injury management procedures.
• Conduct team and self in an ethical manner during practices and contests, always exemplifying the highest standards of sportsmanship.
• Assist in getting the systematic return of all school equipment in accordance with the KCMSD Athletic Department Handbook.
• Continue professional growth through clinics and professional publications.
• Must successfully complete the MSHSAA/NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.

• Must fulfill 8 contact hours of professional development.:
  • District level mtgs –4hrs;
  • School level mtgs - 3hrs;
  • Outside mtgs/Clinics –1hr

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Student‑athletes

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications)

• Knowledge of particular sport (philosophy & coaching)
• Must successfully complete the MSHSAA /NFHS Coaching Principles Course and Sports First Aid Courses.
• A strong commitment to the student‑athlete concept and working knowledge of all collegiate eligibility center regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least 25 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of work year: seasonal

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $2,000 to $2,000 Per Year

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• , Human Resources
• Board of Education - Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]

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