Everett Assistant Football Coach

Lansingschools; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansing School District in Lansing, MI is hiring athletic coaches who will recruit and coach teams to a competitive record while supporting academics; they will also lead offseason training and in-season tutoring in line with MHSAA policies.

Candidates should have successful coaching experience, knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and drills, CPR/First Aid certification, and a Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate; familiarity with MHSAA rules is essential.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience in school or club settings.
• Understanding of high-quality drills and practice planning.
• CPR Certification & First Aid training.
• Knowledge of MHSAA policies and LSD rules.
• Ability to recruit and build a full team for the season.
• Commitment to student-athlete academic success.

Responsibilities

• Recruit a full team by the season start and run competitive tryouts if needed.
• Coach teams to a winning record and postseason advancement.
• Lead offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for team and community.
• Provide in-season tutoring aligned with MHSAA policies.
• Organize practice and game schedules with the Athletic Director.
• Maintain equipment and uniforms for the season.

Skills

Coaching experience

Coaching tactics

First aid & CPR

MHSAA rules knowledge

Team recruitment

Student-athlete motivation

Education

Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate

NCAA athletic career

Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In the pursuit of our mission, we are hiring athletic coaches. These individual will be responsible for supporting their team(s) success, including in the classroom. In particular, the coach will be expected to recruit a full team, coach their team to a competitive record, and ensure their team is academically successful for the whole season. They will also be encouraged to provide offseason training opportunities and expected to lead in-season tutoring, in accordance with MHSAA policies.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job.

• Previous successful coaching experience
• Knowledge of high-quality coaching tactics and practice drills
• Knowledge of MHSAA & LSD rules and policies
• CPR Certification & first aid training
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values
• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate
• Successful NCAA athletic career
• Lead and support your team(s) throughout the entire season
• Recruit a full team of players by the first day of the season, including running competitive tryouts if necessary
• Coach your team(s) to a winning record, with the goal of reaching and excelling in postseason play
• Ensure all your players are academically eligible and successful throughout the entire season
• Organize and communicate consistent practice and competitive game schedules in collaboration with the Athletic Director
• Maintain and distribute team equipment and jerseys at the beginning and end of the season
• Organize and operate offseason conditioning, training, and clinics for both team members and community members
• Abide by all MHSAA policies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District,additional job responsibilities may be assigned(depending on funding sources).