MMS Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

MCFARLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Boys Basketball Assistant Coach for the 2025-2026 school year. This part-time role requires instructing players in basketball techniques, organizing practices, and assessing player skills. Candidates must have a High School diploma and preferably some coaching experience. The position involves participating in team events and requires First Aid/CPR certification. Compensation ranges from $2,146 to $2,778 per year, with responsibilities focused on fostering athletic development among students.

Qualifications

• Must have a First Aid/CPR card as per WIAA guidelines.
• Previous coaching or playing experience in basketball preferred.
• Ability to organize individual and small group activities.

Responsibilities

• Instruct players in basketball rules and techniques.
• Determine game strategy and assess player skills.
• Participate in team activities like banquets and awards.

Skills

Coaching experience

First Aid/CPR certification

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

MMS Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

Othello School District #147, MCFARLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL - Othello, Washington. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5491845

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 08, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

2025-2026 School Year

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Instructs players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Organizes and directs individual and small group practice activities/exercises.
• Assess player’s skills, monitors players during competition and practice and keeps the Director of Athletics and informed of all aspects of the team.
• Determines game strategy.
• Follows district procedures in the event of an athlete’s injury.
• Models excellent sportsmanship behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators.
• Distribute uniforms, supplies, and equipment to student athletes.
• Participates in special activities to include banquet/award nights, and any other organized gatherings involving team.
• Good communication skills with players and parents.
• Attends all trainings or meetings as required/requested by the Director of Athletics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physically able to lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Physically capable to demonstrate movements or plays to student athletes, when applicable or necessary.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, crawl, lift, reach, pull and climb as required to satisfactory perform required duties.
• Ability to focus (adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus), clear vision at twenty (20) inches or less, and clear vision at twenty (20) feet or more.
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting and bending.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Previous coaching/playing experience in basketball (preferred)
• Must have First Aid/CPR card as per WIAA guidelines.
• OSD Type II Driver License may be required
• Completed or will complete all WIAA trainings and requirements.

Application Closing Date – When Filled

Application procedure: External applicants apply on district website

Current Othello School District Employees submit a letter of interest to:

Carlos Gonzalez

[e-mail]

Athletic Director

Othello High School

340 S 7 th Avenue

509-488-3351

The Othello School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

For information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint, please reach out to the Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/Title IX Coordinator: Sandra Villarreal, 1025 S. 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail] ; and/or 504/ADA Coordinator: Heidi Wagner, 1025 S 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail].

Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html

El Distrito Escolar de Othello no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos de jóvenes designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de presunta discriminación:

Para obtener información sobre las políticas de no discriminación y discriminación por sexo y los procedimientos de quejas, y cómo informar una inquietud o queja, comuníquese con la Coordinadora de Cumplimiento de Derechos Civiles/Coordinadora del Título IX: Sandra Villarreal, 1025 S. 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail]; y/o Coordinadora 504/ADA: Heidi Wagner, 1025 S. 1st Ave, [phone], [e-mail].

Las consultas sobre el Título IX también pueden dirigirse al Departamento de Educación de los EE. UU., Oficina de Derechos Civiles (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $2,146 to $2,778 Per Year

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Brett Getz , HR Coordinator
• OTHELLO SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]