Boys Basketball Assistant Coach — Develop Players & Team Culture

Proviso Township High Schools; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 6,500 - 7,000; Full time

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 is seeking a Boys Basketball Assistant Coach at Proviso West High School. This position assists the Head Coach in developing a competitive program and providing a safe, inclusive environment for student-athletes.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, coaching experience, and adherence to IHSA and district safety policies, including CPR/AED and concussion training.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois teaching certificate or IHSA/NFHS coaching credentials.
• CPR/AED and concussion certifications as required by IHSA and district policy.
• Background check and fingerprinting clearance completed as per state law.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive, and development-focused athletics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach with drills, practice plans, and conditioning sessions.
• Provide feedback on technique, effort, and sportsmanship to student-athletes.
• Support game-day logistics, equipment setup, warm-ups, and scorekeeping.
• Maintain equipment inventory and coordinate repairs and issuance.
• Ensure compliance with IHSA rules, safety protocols, and concussion management.
• Assist with eligibility documentation, physicals, and academic clearances.
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and staff; act as liaison as needed.
• Support schedule development and travel logistics; assist with budget tracking.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication with students/parents

Collaboration

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Illinois State Teaching Certificate (Type 03/09/10)

ASEP/NFHS Certification

IHSA concussion safety training

CPR/AED certification

Background check & fingerprinting clearance

Title IX training

Job description

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 is seeking a Boys Basketball Assistant Coach at Proviso West High School. This position assists the Head Coach in developing a competitive program and providing a safe, inclusive environment for student-athletes.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, coaching experience, and adherence to IHSA and district safety policies, including CPR/AED and concussion training.