Assistant Football Coach

Lansingschools; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansing School District is hiring athletic coaches to support team success, including recruiting a full roster and driving a competitive season. The role emphasizes academic achievement and adherence to MHSAA policies, with leadership in-season and during off-season clinics.

Candidates should bring proven coaching success, knowledge of drills and strategy, and a commitment to the district's mission of safe, nurturing environments and equitable opportunities for all students.

Qualifications

• Previous successful coaching experience.
• Knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and practice drills.
• Knowledge of MHSAA & LSD rules and policies.
• CPR Certification & first aid training.
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values.
• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate.
• Successful NCAA athletic career.

Responsibilities

• Recruit a full team of players by the first day of the season and run tryouts if necessary.
• Coach teams to a winning record and postseason success.
• Ensure players are academically eligible and maintain strong academics throughout the season.
• Organize consistent practice and game schedules with the Athletic Director.
• Lead offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for team and community members.
• Abide by all MHSAA policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties to support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Coaching experience

Tactical coaching

MHSAA rules knowledge

CPR & First Aid

Team leadership

Education

Michigan Teacher Certificate

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Training

Job description

About the School District

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

Job Overview

In the pursuit of our mission, we are hiring athletic coaches. These individuals will be responsible for supporting their team(s) success, including in the classroom. In particular, the coach will be expected to recruit a full team, coach their team to a competitive record, and ensure their team is academically successful for the whole season. They will also be encouraged to provide offseason training opportunities and expected to lead in-season tutoring, in accordance with MHSAA policies.

• Previous successful coaching experience
• Knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and practice drills
• Knowledge of MHSAA & LSD rules and policies
• CPR Certification & first aid training
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate
• Successful NCAA athletic career
• Lead and support your team(s) throughout the entire season
• Recruit a full team of players by the first day of the season, including running competitive tryouts if necessary
• Coach your team(s) to a winning record, with the goal of reaching and excelling in postseason play
• Ensure all your players are academically eligible and successful throughout the entire season
• Organize and communicate consistent practice and competitive game schedules in collaboration with the Athletic Director
• Maintain and distribute team equipment and jerseys at the beginning and end of the season
• Organize and operate offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for both team members and community members
• Abide by all MHSAA policies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Company Culture

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives.

Internal Mobility

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job.

Job Description Summary

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).