Assistant Football Coach

ROE; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Football Coach to foster a positive environment for student athletes. This role involves building relationships with the community and staff, supervising athletes, and instilling values of fitness and sportsmanship. The ideal candidate will have a valid teaching certificate or coaching training and be CPR/AED certified. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of young athletes and promote a culture of excellence within the athletic program. Join a dedicated team and make a lasting impact on the future of sports education!

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Standard Teaching Certificate or approved coaching program required.
• CPR/AED certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with staff, athletes, and community.
• Supervise and evaluate student athletes' performances.
• Instill values of fitness, sportsmanship, and achievement.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Leadership Development

Physical Fitness Instruction

Team Strategies

Education

Illinois Standard Teaching Certificate

IHSA-approved coaching training program (ASEP)

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Co-Curricular/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 5/1/2025
• Location: Waukegan High School
• Closing Date: 05/15/2025
• District: Waukegan Community Unit District 60

Responsibilities

• Build a positive relationship with booster club, community, teaching staff, coaching staff, student body, and administration
• Supervise student athletes
• Instill the value of physical fitness, social development, sportsmanship, and academic achievement in student athletes
• Provide instructions for fundamentals
• Demonstrate techniques and mechanics of fundamentals
• Evaluate student athlete techniques and mechanics
• Correct flaws and defects in student athletes' performances
• Plan strategies for competition
• Make adjustments during competition
• Cooperate with fellow coaches, officials, and school personnel
• Instill a value of knowledge and appreciation for the characteristic of the sport
• Be supportive of the head coach
• Accept duties assigned by the head coach
• Respect and enforce rules, regulations, and the Code of Behavior with integrity
• Dress appropriately for practice and games
• Display enthusiasm in coaching
• Develop athletes’ leadership skills
• Help players develop and strengthen values and morals
• Exhibit knowledge of the sport
• Maintain high ethical standards for coaches and students
• Promote all sports in the athletic program
• Share facilities cooperatively
• Be prompt for practices, competitions, buses, and meetings

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a valid Illinois Standard Teaching Certificate or have completed an IHSA-approved coaching training program (ASEP)
• CPR/AED certified

Additional Information

The Assistant Football Coach will report directly to the Head Coach and Athletic Director.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Illinois Standard Teaching Certificate or completed an IHSA-approved coaching training program (ASEP)
• CPR/AED certified

Salary

Salary Structure - Teacher Bargain Contract

Application Process

Candidates must submit an online application by the closing date. Only online applications will be considered for interviews.