Assistant Coach – Football

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in New Bedford is seeking an Assistant Coach for Football. The role involves assisting the head coach with the supervision of student athletes during practices and games, and planning game strategies. Candidates should have previous coaching experience and a thorough understanding of the game.

This position emphasizes inclusion and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. The role reports to the Athletics Director and is part-time with an expected starting date of August 18, 2025.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an assistant coach or related participation.
• Thorough knowledge of the game and current coaching techniques.
• Proven ability to coach and supervise student athletes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head athletic coach during practices and games.
• Plan game strategy with the head coach.
• Lead small group training sessions.
• Distribute uniforms and equipment to athletes.

Skills

Coaching

Knowledge of game strategies

Supervision of student athletes

Job description

Assistant Coach – Football

Job ID: 5784481

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head athletic coach with student athlete supervision during practices, games, and event-related travel.
• Assist with planning game strategy.
• Assist the head coach with educating student athletes in the rules and regulations of the sport.
• Supervise the proper use of equipment and technique for the sport.
• Lead small group or individual training sessions as instructed by the head coach.
• Keep the head coach informed of students’ athletic performances.
• Participate in special events such as banquets, pep rallies, and senior/awards nights.
• Distribute uniforms and equipment to student athletes as instructed by the head coach.
• Attend professional development events to improve coaching skills.
• Ensure nondiscriminatory practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, or Athletic Director/Principal.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an assistant soccer coach or related participation in the sport.
• Thorough knowledge of the game and current coaching techniques.
• Complete understanding of the rules, strategies, and regulations of sport.
• Proven ability to coach and supervise student athletes.

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: Athletics Director or Designee.
• Dates: 8/18/2025 – 11/27/2025.
• Rate: In Accordance with the NBEA Unit A contact.

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Position Type

After school/Evening

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Thomas Tarpey, Director of Physical Education, Health & Athletics
• 230 Hathaway Boulevard
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]