Basketball Assistant Coach (Boys)

Upper Merion Area School District; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Upper Merion Area School District seeks two basketball assistant coaches (boys) for the 2026-27 school year. responsibilities include teaching fundamentals, assisting with practice planning, film analysis, and supporting JV squads. Candidates must meet all district clearances and complete PIAA coaching courses.

Evening and weekend availability is required. Equal opportunity employer statement included. Position supports student-athletes at the high school level and requires collaboration with

Qualifications

• All required clearances, physical and TB test, and District requirements must be completed before employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach fundamental basketball skills, proper shooting or defensive mechanics, and positional play.
• Collaborate with the head coach to create and implement daily practice schedules.
• Analyze game film and break down video footage to prepare scouting reports and tactical adjustments.
• Collaborate with the head coach on in-game strategy.
• Work with the Junior Varsity team at practices and games.
• Supervise players before, during, and after games and practice sessions.
• Travel with team to away games and scrimmages.
• Model and promote good sportsmanship.
• Must be available nights and weekends during the season.
• Complete all required PIAA coaching courses.

Job description

Anticipated Vacancy for Two (2) Two Basketball Assistant (Boys) Coaches for School Year 2026-27

Responsibilities:

• Teach fundamental basketball skills, proper shooting or defensive mechanics, and positional play.
• Collaborate with the head coach to create and implement daily practice schedules.
• Analyze game film and break down video footage to prepare scouting reports and tactical adjustments.
• Collaborate with the head coach on in-game strategy.
• Work with the Junior Varsity team at practices and games.
• Supervise players before, during, and after games and practice sessions
• Travel with team to away games and scrimmages
• Model and promote good sportsmanship
• Must be available nights and weekends during the season
• Complete all required PIAA coaching courses

Qualification:

• All required clearances, physical and TB test, and District requirements must be completed before employment.

Units : 24

Equal Employment Opportunity

MINORITY APPLICANTS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Upper Merion Area School District is an equal opportunity educational institution. It will not discriminate based on race, color, religious affiliation, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or non-relevant handicaps and disabilities in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. The district’s commitment to non-discrimination extends to students, employees, prospective employees and the community. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures or for information regarding services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact Caitlin Navarro, Director of Human Resources, Upper Merion Area School District, 435 Crossfield Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406.