Impactful High School Assistant Coach

Proviso Township High Schools; Hillside (IL); On-site; USD 6,000 - 7,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: $6,076.52

Job summary

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 is seeking an Athletics/Activities Assistant Coach at Proviso West High School. This stipend role supports the Head Coach in planning, implementing, and evaluating all facets of the sport, ensuring a safe, inclusive, development-focused environment for student-athletes.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and collaborative ability.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois State Teaching Certificate (Type 03, 09, or 10) OR ASEP/NFHS Certification, as mandated by IHSA.
• Compliance with Illinois state law and IHSA regulations regarding CPR and AED certification for all high school athletic coaches.
• IHSA-mandated concussion awareness training and other safety protocols as required by state and federal regulations, including Youth Sports Concussion Safety Act.
• Background check and fingerprinting clearance in accordance with the Illinois School Code and IHSA eligibility requirements.
• Completion of federal Title IX training to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws in athletics.
• In-depth knowledge of the sport, including rules, techniques, and strategies.
• Prior successful coaching experience in the assigned sport.
• Strong instructional skills in both individual and team fundamentals, strategy, and physical conditioning.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable athletic program that supports student-athletes’ development.
• Coaching Certification: For non-teaching staff, possession of a current coaching certification through ASEP/NFHS/IHSA-approved programs is required.
• Concussion Certification: Certification typically valid for two years.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to design and run skill-development drills, practice plans, and conditioning sessions.
• Provide individualized feedback to student-athletes on technique, effort, and sportsmanship.
• Assist with game-day logistics, including equipment setup, venue preparation, team warm-ups, and scorekeeping.
• Maintain and inventory athletic equipment, coordinating repairs, storage, and issuance.
• Monitor adherence to IHSA rules, district policies, and safety protocols, including CPR/AED readiness and concussion management.
• Support athlete eligibility tracking and manage required documentation (physical exams and academic clearances).
• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, serving as liaison and elevating concerns to the Head Coach as needed.
• Participate in preseason parent meetings, team briefings, trainings, and postseason tasks (equipment returns, awards).
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by administration.
• Assist with developing game schedules and coordinating travel logistics.
• Support budget management by tracking expenditures and maintaining inventory records.
• Help prepare materials for parent/booster meetings and disseminate program updates.
• Aid in preparing compliance documentation for Title IX, ISBE, IHSA, and district policies.

Skills

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Leadership

Education

Illinois State Teaching Certificate (Type 03/09/10)

ASEP/NFHS Certification

CPR/AED certification

IHSA concussion training

Background check clearance

Title IX training

Job description

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 is seeking an Athletics/Activities Assistant Coach at Proviso West High School. This stipend role supports the Head Coach in planning, implementing, and evaluating all facets of the sport, ensuring a safe, inclusive, development-focused environment for student-athletes.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and collaborative ability.