Empowering Middle School Athletics — Assistant Coach

SD104; Summit (IL); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,600; Part time

Job summary

SD104 is seeking an Interscholastic Sport/Activity Assistant Coach for the 2026-2027 school year to assist the Head Coach and Athletic Director in middle school athletic programs.

Candidates must hold an ISBE license or Substitute Teaching Certificate or complete the IESA-approved education program and complete required trainings within deadlines. Coaching experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold an ISBE Professional Educator License or a Substitute Teaching Certificate or complete the IESA-approved coach’s education program.
• Must complete and maintain district- and IESA-mandated training (concussion, CPR/AED, first aid, cardiac arrest awareness) within required timelines.
• Coaching experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Coach in implementing goals, expectations, and daily operations of the sport/activity program.
• Attend and participate in preseason meetings, parent meetings, athletic meetings, and end-of-year awards banquet as directed.
• Assist with instruction during practices, contests, open gyms, and other approved team activities.
• Reinforce skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and safe participation.
• Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices and events; manage transportation, locker room use, and dismissal.
• Follow safety procedures, concussion protocols, weather guidelines, and injury reporting requirements.
• Report safety and facility concerns promptly to the Head Coach and Athletic Director.
• Assist with equipment distribution, collection, and inventory; ensure athletes are cleared to participate.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Education

ISBE Professional Educator License

Substitute Teaching Certificate

IESA-approved coach education program

Job description

SD104 is seeking an Interscholastic Sport/Activity Assistant Coach for the 2026-2027 school year to assist the Head Coach and Athletic Director in middle school athletic programs.

Candidates must hold an ISBE license or Substitute Teaching Certificate or complete the IESA-approved education program and complete required trainings within deadlines. Coaching experience is welcome but not required.