Boys Basketball Assistant Coach — Lead, Mentor, Inspire

Esd 113; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 5,200 - 5,400; Part time

Job summary

Tumwater School District No. 33 is seeking an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach at Tumwater High School for the 2026-2027 season, with duties including providing leadership, coordinating practices, and supporting the Head Coach.

Responsibilities include supervising athletes, organizing drills, ensuring safety, communicating with parents and media, and maintaining equipment; candidates must have fingerprint clearance and First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance required.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and any applicable WIAA requirements.
• Successful prior experience as head or assistant coach in designated sport/activity.
• Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators and community members.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity; support Head Coach.
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, manage before/during/after all practices/conditioning sessions, games/ travel and other school-sanctioned events.
• Develop appropriate objectives of the assigned sport/activity.
• Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related directly to the assigned sport/activity, student participation and parent/community involvement.
• Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes.
• Manage the sport/activity budget, equipment and supply inventory, order all necessary equipment and ensure all equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe condition.
• Operate and maintain district equipment as required; insure their safe and proper use; protect the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district facilities and equipment.
• Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required by the manufacturer, insurance provider, and district.
• Report, verbally and in writing, to the Head Coach, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition.
• Report all injuries to building administration and complete appropriate report(s).
• Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if required.
• Assume responsibility clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic Director or Head Coach.
• Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the TSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations.
• Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach.
• Attend all league meetings directly related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the building Athletic Director.
• Organize and conduct, in coordination with the Head Coach, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season.
• Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants.
• Communicate results of each game/match to appropriate media.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, professional development, hearing, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

Fingerprint clearance

First Aid/CPR

Coaching experience

Motivating students

Interacting with diverse groups

Stamina for long periods

Job description

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington 98512
360-709-7020

ASSISTANT BOYS BASKETBALL COACH
Tumwater High School

Approximate Season Dates: November 2026 - March 2027
Stipend Range:$5,214 – $5,892
Stipend rate is based on the full-season schedule. Final compensation will be pro-rated if the start date occurs after the official season start date or if assigned as a shared contract (e.g., 0.5 FTE).
Benefits: This is a seasonal stipend position and is not eligible for district benefits.

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after4 PM on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The season dates are tentative and based on WIAA's modified sports schedule. The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
• Current First Aid/CPR certification and any applicable WIAA requirements
• Successful prior experience as head or assistant coach in designated sport/activity
• Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators and community members
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity; support Head Coach
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, manage before/during/after all practices/conditioning sessions, games/ travel and other school-sanctioned events
• Develop appropriate objectives of the assigned sport/activity
• Maintain knowledge of league and district rules and regulations related directly to the assigned sport/activity, student participation and parent/community involvement
• Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes
• Manage the sport/activity budget, equipment and supply inventory, order all necessary equipment and ensure all equipment and facilities are maintained in a safe condition
• Operate and maintain district equipment as required; insure their safe and proper use; protect the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district facilities and equipment
• Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required by the manufacturer, insurance provider, and district
• Report, verbally and in writing, to the Head Coach, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition
• Report all injuries to building administration and complete appropriate report(s)
• Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if required
• Assume responsibility clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic Director or Head Coach
• Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the TSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations
• Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the Head Coach
• Attend all league meetings directly related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the building Athletic Director
• Organize and conduct, in coordination with the Head Coach, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season
• Organize awards and recognition for athletes/participants
• Communicate results of each game/match to appropriate media
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, professional development, hearing, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

RESPONSIBLE TO: Building Athletic Director

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Tumwater School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Washington State law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact EdJobsNW at [phone] or email [e-mail].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Officer – Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Title IX Coordinator – Wendy Bromley, 360-709-7020, [e-mail]. Section 504 Compliance Coordinator – Deena Alley, 360-709-7030, [e-mail]. Address - 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.