HS Football Program Assistant — Coach & Mentor

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

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.