Varsity Football Assistant Coach — Leadership & Skill Growth

Framingham Public Schools; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Framingham Public Schools seeks an Athletic Coach to lead the high school program with strategic instruction and holistic mentorship. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, you will foster a safe, inclusive, and competitive culture aligning with district equity goals and student success.

The role emphasizes health, academics, and character growth while promoting teamwork and responsible leadership across diverse student‑athletes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in playing and/or coaching the specific sport beyond high school graduation.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct training and guidance to athletes, focusing on mastery of sport‑specific skills.
• Identify unique strengths and use diverse coaching styles to build confidence and resilience.
• Model and enforce high standards of sportsmanship, antiracism, and civic responsibility.
• Support athletes’ academic proficiency and time management.

Skills

Athletic leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Safety & emergency management

Relationship building

Professionalism

Organizational management

Compliance & confidentiality

Technology

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Video analysis tools

Job description

Framingham Public Schools seeks an Athletic Coach to lead the high school program with strategic instruction and holistic mentorship. Reporting to the Director of Athletics, you will foster a safe, inclusive, and competitive culture aligning with district equity goals and student success.

The role emphasizes health, academics, and character growth while promoting teamwork and responsible leadership across diverse student‑athletes.