Athletic Assistant Football Coach

Isle of Wight County Public Schools; Town of Smithfield (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Isle of Wight County Public Schools seeks an Assistant Football Coach to support the Head Coach at Smithfield High. Candidates will adhere to coaching policies, supervise student athletes, and ensure a safe sporting environment.

Essential duties include organizing practices, completing required training, and modeling behavior that reflects school ideals. This role is vital for maintaining discipline and sportsmanship among players.

The ideal candidate is dedicated, experienced, and understands the importance of fostering a supportive atmosphere for student athletes.

Qualifications

• Reports to the Head Coach.
• Completes the State required concussion course prior to the start of the first practice.
• Uses sound and acceptable coaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all general coaching policies.
• Acts in the absence of head coach.
• Runs well-organized practice sessions.
• Keeps assistant coaches well informed about expectations.
• Models proper behavior and sportsmanship.

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching
• Date Posted: 3/28/2023
• Location: Smithfield High
• Date Available: 08/15/2023

Assistant Football Coach

The Supplemental Pay Schedule allows for various assistant coaching positions at each high school. To be eligible for a supplement for Assistant Coach, individuals are expected to meet the following qualifications:

• Reports to the Head Coach

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Adheres to all general coaching policies.
2. Acts in the absence of head coach.
3. Completes the State required concussion course prior to the start of the first practice and works closely with athletic trainers to provide a safe environment for student athletes.
4. Requires sound, acceptable coaching/teaching techniques.
   • Uses sound and acceptable teaching practices.
   • Runs well‑organized practice sessions.
   • Completes pre‑season planning well in advance of the starting date.
   • Adheres to highly efficient and technically sound injury‑prevention programs.
   • Constructs a well‑organized game plan.
   • Develops a system for equipment accountability.
   • Keeps assistant coaches, student managers, and statisticians well informed about expectations.
   • Cooperates fully with maintenance and transportation staff as well as others involved in the athletics program.
5. Gives support to all endorsed activities of the school and ensures students are polite, courteous, and fair to visiting teams.
6. Is responsible for every facet of discipline by modeling proper behavior, including attitudes toward school codes, training rules, rules of the game, ideals of good sportsmanship, and the behavior of participants throughout the season. The coach represents Isle of Wight County Schools, the community that supports the school, and Virginia High School League policies.
7. Supervises students in their charge at all times, both before and after activities or practices.
8. Carries out duties as assigned by the Head Coach.