High School Football Program Assistant (3)

Hemlock Public Schools; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemlock Public Schools seeks a High School Football Program Assistant to support coaching staff and athletes. The role focuses on relating to student athletes, developing game strategies, and maintaining a positive school climate through collaboration with coaches and administration.

Candidates should have football knowledge, strong communication, and willingness to complete MHSAA requirements plus CPR/First Aid/AED certifications. Background checks and fingerprinting are required.

Qualifications

• Coaching experience at the high school level.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.
• MHSAA course requirements and CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Relate to and instruct student athletes in group, small group, and individual settings.
• Develop and use strategies to improve individual and team play.
• Work cooperatively with administration and staff to support student success.
• Encourage student participation in the sport and other activities.
• Utilize discipline strategies with positive reinforcement.
• Collaborate with fellow coaches to support multi-sport participation.

Skills

Football knowledge

Communication skills

Coaching experience

Team collaboration

Teaching fundamentals

Discipline & motivation

Education

HPSD certified educators preferred

Job description

POSITION OPENING

High School Football Program Assistant

Required Qualifications:

• Successful coaching experience.
• HPSD certified professional educators desired but not required. HPSD certified staff will be given first consideration (automatic interview).
• Alternate qualifications may be considered.
• Meet requirements for a background check and fingerprinting.

Job Requirements, Knowledge, and Skills:

• Background that includes a high level of football knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of best practices in coaching.
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team.
• Candidates must be willing to meet all Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) course requirements and obtain current certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED usage.

A successful candidate will be able to:

• Relate to and instruct student athletes in large groups, small groups, and individualized settings.
• Develop and use strategies to improve individual and team play.
• Ability to work cooperatively with administration and staff.
• Ability to encourage student participation in the sport.
• Effectively utilize classroom discipline strategies while providing positive reinforcement.
• Possess strong organizational, motivational, discipline and fundamental teaching skills.
• Work with other coaches by supporting and encouraging students to participate in other sports.
• Able to communicate with players, parents, and other coaches.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure student success and a positive school climate.

Salary:

As per negotiated district contract.

Deadline: August 26, 2026 or until filled, screening ongoing

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Hemlock Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Direct all inquiries related to discrimination to:

Superintendent’s Office

1095 N. Hemlock Rd.

Hemlock, MI 48626

[phone]