High School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (Part-Time Stipend)

Newton High School; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 4,300 - 5,800; Part time

Job summary

Newton High School in Newton, New Jersey seeks an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach to support the head coach, manage duties, and contribute to a positive program. The role is part-time and requires state teaching certification or substitute certification and a criminal background check.

The assistant coach will follow the head coach's philosophy, know NJ state athletic rules, supervise locker room conduct, assist with equipment and schedules, and help ensure safe, respectful practices.

Qualifications

• Must hold a teaching certificate issued by the State Board of Education.
• Must have a criminal background check on file.
• Possess substitute teaching certificate (Sussex County).

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible to the head coach.
• Demonstrate a philosophy and approach consistent with head coach and school.
• Know rules and eligibility of NJSSA/ NJSIAA and in-season and out-of-season guidelines.
• Serve as a role model for student athletes.
• Assist in distribution and collection of equipment.
• Ensure proper conduct in locker room.
• Check permission slips, roster, emergency cards, insurance, eligibility lists.
• Report injuries to head coach and athletic trainer within 24 hours.
• Help head coach formulate supervision schedules and procedures.
• Verify student eligibility at appropriate times.
• Attend pre-season meetings and post-season evaluation activities.
• Scout and evaluate opponents.
• Perform other duties to support interscholastic program.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Knowledge of basketball rules

Education

Teaching certificate

Substitute teaching certificate (Sussex County)

Job description

Newton High School in Newton, New Jersey seeks an Assistant Boys Basketball Coach to support the head coach, manage duties, and contribute to a positive program. The role is part-time and requires state teaching certification or substitute certification and a criminal background check.

The assistant coach will follow the head coach's philosophy, know NJ state athletic rules, supervise locker room conduct, assist with equipment and schedules, and help ensure safe, respectful practices.