Boys Basketball Assistant Coach — Build Player Skills

Beverly Public School District; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 2,500 - 5,500; Part time

Job summary

Beverly Public School District seeks seasonal coaching staff to support head coaches in delivering quality athletic programs for its student-athletes. Coaches assist with instruction, practices, and competitions while upholding academic and behavioral expectations.

Ideal candidates will have prior coaching experience in the sport, strong communication and organizational skills, and are prepared to meet MIAA requirements and district benchmarks.

Qualifications

• Previous playing and/or coaching experience in the assigned sport preferred.
• Knowledge of the assigned sport, including rules, strategies and skill development.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents/guardians, staff and community members.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• MIAA Coaching Education certification required or ability to obtain certification within required timelines.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or required based on district expectations.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible to the Head Coach.
• Assist in coaching individual participants in the skills necessary for achievement in the assigned sport.
• Assist with practices, competitions, and team activities as directed by the Head Coach.
• Support supervision of student-athletes during practices, contests, travel and related activities.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records including squad lists, injury reports, game results, incident reports and physical examination records.
• Support the promotion of academic achievement, citizenship, sportsmanship and positive behavior among student-athletes.
• Assist in monitoring athlete academic eligibility requirements.
• Assist with recommendations for equipment, uniforms and supplies.
• Help oversee the safety and condition of athletic facilities and equipment while students are present.
• Conduct regular checks of equipment and report safety concerns to the Head Coach or Athletic Director.
• Enforce discipline and appropriate conduct consistent with school and athletic department expectations.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) rules and regulations.
• Assist with the distribution, collection, and inventory of uniforms and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, staff and administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach, Principal or Athletic Director in the best interest of the school and athletic program.

Skills

Coaching experience

Sport knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

MIAA Coaching Education certification preferred

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Job description

Beverly Public School District seeks seasonal coaching staff to support head coaches in delivering quality athletic programs for its student-athletes. Coaches assist with instruction, practices, and competitions while upholding academic and behavioral expectations.

Ideal candidates will have prior coaching experience in the sport, strong communication and organizational skills, and are prepared to meet MIAA requirements and district benchmarks.