Assistant Coach - Boys Basketball Assistant (2025-2026)

Shelby County Public Schools; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Coach for Boys Basketball to support the head coach in creating a successful athletic program. This role involves understanding the rules of the sport, supervising athletes, and ensuring safety during practices and games. The ideal candidate will possess a certification from the Kentucky Department of Education and have completed First Aid/CPR/AED training. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering athletic excellence and student development in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about sports and coaching, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a certification by the Kentucky Department of Education.
• Requires First Aid/CPR/AED Training prior to working with athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with athletes' registration and equipment issuance.
• Supervise athletes and ensure adherence to safety precautions.

Skills

Knowledge of basketball rules

First Aid/CPR/AED Training

Supervisory skills

Education

Certification by the Kentucky Department of Education

Approved paraprofessional training

Job description

Assistant Coach - Boys Basketball Assistant (2025-2026) JobID: 2854

• Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/ Assistant Coach
• Date Posted:
  4/11/2025
• Location:
  East Middle School

All Assistant coaches are required to have the following training prior to working with any athletes:

• Background check
• Safety Course (Every other year)
• First Aid/CPR/AED Training

Please contact our Athletic Directors at each school for further information regarding these trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS: Certification by the Kentucky Department of Education or approved paraprofessional.

SUPERVISES: Athletes

JOB GOAL: To assist the head coach in meeting the criteria for a successful program.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Year around:
   • Has understanding and knowledge of rules and regulations regarding the sport as presented by the KHSAA.
   • Keeps abreast of all rules and rule changes.
   • Assists head coach in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
2. Seasonal:
   • Assists head coach in proper registration of all athletes.
   • Assists head coach in making systematic issuance of equipment.
   • Meets with squad to discuss all rules and regulations, with specific emphasis on the Athletic Guidelines.
   • Assumes responsibility for constant care of equipment and facilities.
   • Assumes supervisory control over athletes and teams assigned and over all athletes when such control is needed.
   • Is in regular attendance at practice sessions.
   • Applies discipline in a firm and positive manner.
   • Emphasizes safety precautions; is aware of test training procedures and injury preventive action.
   • Conducts self in an ethical manner during contests and practice.
3. End of season:
   • Assists in return, storage and inventory of school equipment.
   • Additional responsibilities occurring during the season may be assigned such as scouting opponents.
4. Other duties: as assigned by the Head Coach, the Assistant Principal for Athletics or the Principal.