Assistant Coach: Inspire Students & Develop Talent

Jefferson City School District; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 5,000 - 9,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jefferson City School District is seeking a Coach – Assistant to support the Head Coach and Activities Director in serving about 9,000 students across multiple campuses in Missouri. The role focuses on high-quality coaching, discipline, and fostering academic values and sportsmanship.

The assistant will implement practice plans, assist in organizing the sports program, and ensure safety and district policy compliance while contributing to students’ skill development and self-esteem.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri teacher certificate.
• Employment as a teacher in the Jefferson City School District.
• Previous coaching experience in assigned sport, preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may deem appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
• Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in season.
• Enforces discipline and sportsmanlike behavior; establishes and oversees penalties for breaches by students.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Assists the head coach with the organization and supervision of the sports program.
• Complies with good safety practices.
• Complies with all district rules, regulations and policies.
• Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary as may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Human relations

Coaching experience

Education

Missouri teacher certificate

Job description

The Jefferson City School District is seeking a Coach – Assistant to support the Head Coach and Activities Director in serving about 9,000 students across multiple campuses in Missouri. The role focuses on high-quality coaching, discipline, and fostering academic values and sportsmanship.

The assistant will implement practice plans, assist in organizing the sports program, and ensure safety and district policy compliance while contributing to students’ skill development and self-esteem.