SMMS Girls' Basketball Assistant Coach

Claiborne County Schools; Tazewell (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Claiborne County Schools is seeking a dedicated Middle School Girls Basketball Assistant Coach to support the head coach in developing players and upholding TSSAA/TMSAA regulations throughout the season.

The role requires teaching fundamentals, leading after-school practices, assisting with game-day decisions, and supervising student-athletes during travel and at venues while fostering sportsmanship, discipline, and healthy, academic-driven teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must complete mandatory TSSAA/TMSAA Coaches Education Courses and NFHS training.
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals and youth coaching techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead practice drills focusing on fundamentals, conditioning, and team defense/offense.
• Assist the head coach with game-day decisions, statistics, and bench management.
• Supervise athletes for safety in locker rooms, during bus travel, and at home/away games.
• Enforce academic eligibility policies and assist with equipment distribution.

Skills

Basketball coaching

Youth coaching

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

A Middle School Girls Basketball Assistant Coach in a Tennessee public school supports the head coach in managing the basketball program while adhering to Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA)and Tennessee Middle School Athletic Association (TMSAA) regulations.This role involves teaching fundamental basketball skills, strategy, and sportsmanship to female student-athletes. Assistant coaches must maintain flexible hours to accommodate practices, evening games, and weekend travel.

Core Responsibilities

• Instruction & Player Development: Lead practice drills focusing on basketball fundamentals, conditioning, and team defensive and offensive strategies.
• Game-Day Support: Assist the head coach with in-game adjustments, tracking player statistics, managing the bench, and supervising athletes.
• Student Supervision: Ensure student safety by supervising the team in locker rooms, during bus transit, and at both home and away venues.
• Compliance & Logistics: Enforce school academic eligibility policies, distribute equipment, and assist with inventory management.
• Character Mentorship: Promote sportsmanship, academic excellence, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle choices among athletes.

After-Hours & Seasonal Commitments

• Practices: Attend daily after-school or early morning practice sessions throughout the winter sports season.
• Game Schedule: Travel to and from evening away games, and manage home game obligations, often extending into the late night.
• Tournaments: Commit to weekend tournament brackets, including district, regional, or TMSAA state-series events.
• Summer Programs: Assist with voluntary summer camps, open gym sessions, and conditioning workouts if required by the district.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Certifications: Must complete mandatory TSSAA / TMSAA Coaches Education Courses and NFHS training (including Concussion in Sports and Sudden Cardiac Arrest).
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of basketball rules, player positioning, and effective youth coaching techniques.