Boys' Basketball Assistant Coach - Cumberland Gap High School

Claiborne County Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Claiborne County Schools is looking for an Assistant Coach to support the head coach in managing the basketball team. Responsibilities include ensuring athlete safety, running drills, developing game strategies, and maintaining compliance with state athletic regulations. Candidates should be certified teachers, retired educators, or approved non-faculty coaches. Mandatory training includes CPR and concussion awareness. The role involves daily practices and participation in varsity games during the season, as well as summer camps during the off-season.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified teacher, retired educator, non-faculty coach, or classified employee.
• Experience in coaching and management of student-athletes is required.
• Completion of mandatory training and certifications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head coach with basketball instruction and game strategies.
• Ensure safety and proper supervision of student-athletes.
• Maintain compliance with state athletic regulations.

Skills

Team management

Athlete supervision

Basketball techniques

Compliance with athletic regulations

Character development

Education

Valid Tennessee teaching license

At least five years of educational experience

Job description

The assistant coach is responsible for supporting the head coach in managing the team, ensuring athlete safety, and maintaining compliance with state athletic regulations.

Core Responsibilities

• Program Support: Assist the head coach with instruction on rules, equipment, and basketball techniques. This includes running drills, developing game strategies, and scouting opponents.
• Supervision & Safety: Ensure constant supervision of student-athletes, particularly in locker rooms and during team travel. Coaches must provide a safe environment and follow proper procedures for preventing and caring for injuries.
• Compliance: Verify that all athletes adhere to rules set by the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA), the local Board of Education, and individual school policies.
• Character Development: Model good sportsmanship and professional conduct to instill respect in students and the community.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with maintaining records such as eligibility reports, physicals, equipment inventory, and stat tracking (e.g., on MaxPreps).

Required Qualifications

Under TSSAA regulations, all coaches must fall into one of these categories:

• Certified Teacher: A full-time teacher with a valid Tennessee license.
• Retired Educator: An educator with at least five years of experience and a valid license.
• Non-Faculty Coach: An individual approved by the principal and local board who meets specific training requirements.
• Classified Employee: A school employee working at least 30 hours per week in a non-coaching role.

Mandatory Training & Certifications

All Tennessee coaches, particularly non-faculty or classified staff, must complete:

• Fundamentals of Coaching: Required via NFHS.
• First Aid, Health, and Safety: Required prior to assuming the position.
• Concussion & Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Training required by Tennessee state law.
• CPR Certification: Required for all coaching personnel.

Seasonal Expectations

The role typically requires participation in:

• In-Season: Daily practices, varsity/junior varsity games, and weekend tournaments.
• Off-Season: Summer practices, camps, and conditioning programs