Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

South Burlington School District; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

South Burlington School District in Vermont is seeking an Assistant, JV, and Middle School Athletic Coach to support the varsity program and develop younger athletes.

The role centers on assisting with practice planning, transportation coordination, equipment management, and supervising students during events, while upholding district policies and safety standards. The position is part-time with a modest stipend and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Leadership and interpersonal abilities required for working with students.
• Familiarity with computers and basic fitness equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administrative duties for the assigned sport, including scheduling and transportation.
• Help prepare practices and events; coordinate with maintenance for facility use.
• Ensure documentation for health certifications, parent consent, and eligibility.
• Oversee equipment storage, inventory, and storage security.
• Support budget preparation for the sport program.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Computers

Fitness equipment knowledge

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Tools

Computers

Fitness equipment

Job description

Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach

South Burlington School District (VT) SBHS Co-Curricular - South Burlington, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5917716

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: Assistant, JV, and Middle School Athletic Coach

Location:District

Job Group: Co-Curricular

Reports To:Activities/Athletic Director

Summary: Directs student athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategies, and physical training that is necessary to participate in sports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists in the administrative duties for the assigned sport by:

• Assisting the Varsity Coach with scheduling and coordinating transportation to tournaments and special sport events.
• Assisting with the preparations of scheduled practices and sporting events. Coordinates events with maintenance and other school staff for facility use.
• Ensuring that proper documentation is provided to the Activities/Athletic Director by student athletes to meet state and system requirements for health certifications, parent consent, and student eligibility.
• Ensuring proper safeguards for the maintenance of equipment, storage areas, and facilities are followed.
• Providing information concerning specific assigned areas for budget preparation.

2. Is accountable to the Varsity Coach for all equipment and the safeguarding of school property by:

• Collecting the cost of any equipment damaged, lost, or not returned.
• Arranging for issuing, storing, and reconditioning equipment.
• Maintaining annual inventory and current records of equipment.
• Instilling in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care, and proper use.
• Providing proper safeguards for the maintenance and protection of equipment and storage sites. Monitoring equipment rooms and authorizing those who may enter, issue, or requisition equipment.
• Examining locker rooms before and after practices and games. Checks the general cleanliness of the facility.
• Securing all doors, lights, windows, and locks before leaving the school building/grounds.
• Ensuring the proper cleanliness and maintenance of equipment.

3. Responsible for the activities of assigned athletes while engaged in assigned sport by:

• Providing training rules and regulations of the sport to each participant.
• Traveling to/from and attending all practices and games. Provides assistance, guidance, and safeguards for each participant.
• Supervising student athletes during transport, in locker rooms, in facilities, and during events.
• Directing student managers, assistants, and statisticians.
• Permitting student athletes access to authorized areas at appropriate times.
• Enforcing appropriate discipline in keeping with school policy and team expectations. Works to increase morale and cooperation and resolves complaints and/or disputes.

4. Keeps current on the technical aspects of various team sports, as well as sport trends, developments, and research. Attends clinics, conferences, and contests of other teams whenever possible.

5. May perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The ability to work in a collaborative team environment is essential to the employee's successful job performance. Demonstrated ability and skill in leadership, mentoring, and good sportsmanship is required. Assists the Varsity Coach, Activities/Athletic Director, and/or Principal in carrying out responsibilities and is responsible for student athletes participating in assigned sport.

Education and/or Experience: Direct experience in organizing and leading a comprehensive sports program is preferred. Advanced knowledge and/or demonstrated continued learning in health and fitness area is preferred.

Preferred Skills: Must have effective organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of computers and fitness equipment is essential. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others is needed. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies is required. Must have knowledge of existing system, state and league regulations.

Why Join SBSD?

• Supportive colleagues and leadership
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Professional growth and advancement
• Comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful work that impacts students daily

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $3,000 to $4,000 Stipend

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michael Jabour , Director of Student Activities
• SBHS Co-Curricular
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]