WINTER COACHING POSITIONS - Boys Basketball Assistant (Junior Varsity) Coach WTA

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 2,800 - 3,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend, no benefits

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools Athletics is seeking a Boys Basketball Assistant (Junior Varsity) Coach for the Westfield High School program in Massachusetts. The stipend aligns with the Unit A contract, Appendix B, with no additional benefits.

The start date is immediate, and the season is guided by MIAA/PVIAC rules and city health regulations. The role requires after-school/evening commitments, a structured coaching schedule, and strict adherence to safety and eligibility standards, including

Qualifications

• Emotional stability and mature conduct for student athletes.
• Ability to teach theory and practice of basketball to secondary students.
• Commitment to team play, rule obedience and sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season; minimum five days a week with team participation.
• Supervise teams at all times and manage equipment and uniforms post-season.
• Maintain fair, unprejudiced relationships with athletes and monitor welfare.

Skills

Emotional stability

Role model for students

Knowledge of basketball coaching

Teamwork and sportsmanship

Cooperative with staff

Job description

WINTER COACHING POSITIONS - Boys Basketball Assistant (Junior Varsity) Coach WTA

Westfield Public Schools High School Athletics - Westfield, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 5960078
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Boys Basketball Assistant (Junior Varsity) Coach

Stipend commensurate with Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract, Appendix B. No benefits.

This position subject to funding and the following conditions:

• The start and end of the season is determined by MIAA/PVIAC and subject to the City of Westfield Board of Health rules and regulations.
• The COVID19 pandemic situation in the City of Westfield may impact the season.
• Coaching position is dependent upon student enrollment.

Position Type: After school/Evening

Salary: $2,794 to $3,227 Stipend

Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Qualities and characteristics looked for in the above vacancies are as follows:
  • Emotional stability
  • Ability and willingness to serve as role model for students
  • Knowledge of and ability to teach the theory and practice of the sport within the abilities of secondary school-age students
  • Emphasis on team play, obedience to rules, good sportsmanship, and knowledge of the sport
  • Consideration for other sports activities in the school
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the coaching staff and with school administrators
• All coaches are expected to:
  • Abide by the rules of the school as specified in the student handbook, the MIAA, the PVIAC, the MVADA, and the rules of the sport.
  • Be present from the first tryout day until the last day of the season; with team participation (practices or competition) at a minimum of five days a week.
  • Supervise your teams at all times.
  • Collect all uniforms and equipment from their athletes at the end of each season.
  • Maintain a fair, unprejudiced relationship with the athletes and have their physical and mental welfare in consideration at all times.
• All hired coaches are required to complete the following PRIOR TO WORKING WITH ANY STUDENTS:
  • CORI background check
  • Fingerprint-based state and national background check (Chapter 459 of the Acts of 2012, as amended by Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2013 - An Act Relative to Background Checks)
  • Complete the Annual NFHS Concussion in Sports Certification
  • All coaches shall have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or other agency or organization approved by the department of public health. This requirement shall not apply to a coach with a physical disability.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Greg Vouros
• 177 Montgomery Road
• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]