Assistant Coach: Develop Athletes & Lead Team Culture

State Fair Community College; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

State Fair Community College in Sedalia, MO is seeking a Part Time Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in developing student-athletes on and off the field, focusing on sport-specific skills, academics, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture while ensuring compliance with policies.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with prior coaching or competitive playing experience.

Qualifications

• Degree may be required.
• Previous coaching or competitive playing experience in the sport.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor and motivate diverse student-athletes.
• Knowledge of recruiting practices and collegiate athletic regulations.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to travel as needed.
• CPR, First Aid, and other required certifications preferred or obtainable upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach with planning and conducting practices, workouts, and competitions.
• Teach and develop individual and team skills, strategies, and fundamentals.
• Support the recruitment and evaluation of prospective student-athletes.
• Monitor student-athletes' academic progress and encourage academic success.
• Help organize team travel, equipment, uniforms, and game-day operations.
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership, and personal responsibility.
• Assist with scouting opponents and preparing game plans.
• Maintain compliance with college, conference, and governing body rules and regulations.
• Build positive relationships with student-athletes, staff, faculty, and the community.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Mentoring Student-Athletes

Education

Degree may be required

Coaching or competitive playing experience

Job description

State Fair Community College in Sedalia, MO is seeking a Part Time Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach in developing student-athletes on and off the field, focusing on sport-specific skills, academics, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture while ensuring compliance with policies.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with prior coaching or competitive playing experience.