Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Join Delaware Schools Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Milford School District seeks an Assistant Coach for Girls Basketball at Milford High School. The role starts in November 2026, aligned with the DIAA schedule, and involves collaborating with the head coach to implement daily practice plans and game strategies.

The position requires minimum 21 years of age, demonstrated sport proficiency, strong character, and a clear understanding of how the program connects to athletes and the overall school framework.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the sport.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Demonstrate understanding of how the program relates to athletes and the broader school program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with head coach to plan and implement daily practice plans.
• Suggest adaptations to coaching techniques, strategies and game plans.
• Promote positive relations with parents and the community.
• Foster good sportsmanship and athlete conduct.
• Support preparation for each game in strategy and player motivation.
• Comply with HAC, DIAA, and school district policies.
• Communicate team information to players, parents, and school officials.
• Maintain and inventory equipment and uniforms.
• Monitor and evaluate academic performance of athletes.
• Assist in equipment purchases and safety oversight.

Skills

Age requirement

Sport proficiency

Character assessment

Program understanding

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/5/2026
• Location: Milford High School
• Date Available: November 2026

Position: Assistant Coach Girls Basketball

Reports To: Principal & Athletic Director

Starting Date: November 2026 following DIAA Schedule

Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Demonstrate a proficiency in the sport.
• Possess sound moral character.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the program to the athlete, total athletic program and the total school program.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with head coach to plans and implement organized daily practice plans
• Suggests adaptations and modifications to coaching techniques, strategies and game plans.
• Promotes and maintains positive public relations with parents and the community.
• Helps to provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship and player conduct.
• Supports in preparation for each game in strategy and player motivation.
• Complies with all HAC, DIAA, and school district policies
• Aids in communication of pre, post and in season information to players, parents, and school officials.
• Helps to maintain and inventory all equipment and uniforms.
• Monitors and evaluates academic performance of all athletes.
• Assists in recommending purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Assists in overseeing the safety of the facility or area in which assigned sport is conducted.
• Performs other duties as assigned that relate to this position.

Evaluation:Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue

Tel: [phone]

Employment with Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check (within last one year)
• Child Protection Registry Check (within last one year)
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

The Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, applicants, visitors, and others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone [phone].