Assistant Coach: High School Girls' Basketball

Upper St. Clair High School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Upper St. Clair High School in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an energetic Assistant Coach for the High School Girls' Basketball winter season. The role supports the Head Coach and Athletic Director, promoting sportsmanship and leading a high-performing program.

The position involves after-school practices, weekend games, and compliance with district policies. Responsibilities include assisting with practice planning, game strategies, and skill development, while maintaining safety and coordinating

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience (high school level preferred).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, parents, and staff.
• Strong organization, reliability, and team-first mindset.
• Flexibility and availability for after-school practices and evening/weekend game schedules.
• Pre-employment requirements including clearances, physical, TB test, drug screening, and HR onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach in planning, executing, and leading daily practices and game strategies.
• Attend all scheduled practices, scrimmages, and games (including after-school and weekend events).
• Lead specific skill-development drills and play key roles in team preparations as directed by the Head Coach.

Skills

Coaching experience

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Team-first mindset

Job description

Assistant Coach: High School Girls' Basketball

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Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Assistant Coach: High School Girls Backetball (Winter Season)

Location: Upper St. Clair High School

Dates: November 20, 2026 – February 5, 2027

Position Summary:

Upper St. Clair High School is seeking an energetic, motivated, and team-oriented individual for the role of Assistant Coach: High School Girls' Basketball for the upcoming winter season. The Assistant Coach works closely with the Head Coach and Athletic Director to support student-athletes, promote sportsmanship, and help lead a high-performing program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head Coach in planning, executing, and leading daily practices and game strategies.
• Attend all scheduled practices, scrimmages, and games (including after-school and weekend events).
• Take the lead on specific skill-development drills and play key roles in team preparations, as needed by the Head Coach.
• Follow all district policies.
• Attend all mandatory coaches' training and compliance meetings.
• Maintain a safety-conscious environment and follow all District policies, safety guidelines, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director and Head Coach.

Qualifications:

• Previous coaching experience (high school level preferred).
• Strong fundamental and tactical understanding of the sport.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working collaboratively with students, parents, and administrative staff.
• Strong organization, reliability, and team-first mindset.
• Flexibility and availability for after-school practices and evening/weekend game schedules.
• Pre-Employment Requirements: If Offer is extended, the individual will need to complete all pre-employment required clearances, a physical examination/TB test, a drug screening, and all standard HR onboarding paperwork prior to starting.

Position Type: ECA