Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

King Middle School; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Mercer County Schools – King Middle School in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, is seeking an Assistant Girls Basketball Coach for immediate start. This part-time role supports head coaches in daily and long-range athletic activities, planning, and guiding student athletes toward team spirit.

Responsibilities include assisting in learning experiences with small groups, travel supervision, equipment recommendations, and performing other duties as assigned by the principal or athletic director.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required by Kentucky law.
• Fostering teamwork and safety in athletic programs.
• Basic understanding of athletics curriculum and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist coaches in daily and long-range athletic activities.
• Assist coaches in planning the athletic program.
• Conduct learning experiences, under the direction of the head coaches, with small groups of student athletes.
• Assist coaches in guiding participants toward a harmonious team spirit.
• Assist in providing escort assistance, and supervision to athletes during periods of team travel.
• Recommend to the head coach the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety, and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform other non-coaching duties assigned by the principal, athletic director, or head coach.

Skills

Basketball coaching basics

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach

Mercer County Schools – King Middle School, Harrodsburg, Kentucky.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5826413
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Part-Time
• Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Description

SUMMARY CLASS TITLE: ASSISTANT COACH I

Assistant Girls Basketball Coach @ KMS

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist coaches in various secondary school athletic programs.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Assist coaches in daily and long-range athletic activities.
• Assist coaches in planning the athletic program.
• Conduct learning experiences, under the direction of the head coaches, with small groups of student athletes.
• Assist coaches in guiding participants toward a harmonious team spirit.
• Assist in providing escort assistance, and supervision to athletes during periods of team travel.
• Recommend to the head coach the purchase of equipment, supplies, and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety, and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform other non-coaching duties assigned by the principal, athletic director, or head coach.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Successful completion of ABLE test, criminal record check, AIDS awareness training, and current certification in first aid and CPR.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.