Assistant Coach, Varsity Basketball, Winter 2026

Position Title: Assistant Coach

Payroll/Personnel Type: Seasonal

Job #: 9080

Reports to : Athletic Director and Head Coach

Shift Length: Varies

Union Eligibility: Eligible

Starting Salary: Stipend

Position Summary :

To assist each student/athlete in achieving a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.

Essential Functions :

Adheres to all adopted Board of Education policies

Adheres to all MSHSAA policies and PHL Coaches Handbook

Provides supervision of students during all aspects of the program

Serves as a positive role model to the student athletes and represents the St. Louis Public Schools District in a well-respected manner

Upgrades his/her knowledge and skills through coaching clinics, observations consultation, etc.

Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all student/parent requests or grievances through the proper channels

Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program

Has thorough knowledge of MSHSAA and PHL athletic policies and is responsible for its implementation

Demonstrates the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship

Present at all practices, games and while traveling

Provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant

Understands the policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies

Arranges for the issuing and storing of equipment and submits to the head coach an annual inventory and current records concerning the same

Recommends to the head coach budgetary item for the next year in his/her area of the program

Examines the locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking on general cleanliness of the facility

Instills in each player a respect for equipment and school property, its care and proper use

Recommends purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms

Assists the head coach with instructing players in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport

Assess player’s skills, monitor players during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of the students

Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the head coach of that sport and assists with determining game strategy

Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the head coach

Helps in the planning and implementation of both in-season and out-of-season conditioning and weight programs

Attendance should be consistent

Never leave practices, games, or any other contest where a student’s attendance is requested until the last student has left

Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to communicate with families, students, and school employees

Knowledge of relevant sports and its rules and regulations

Ability to provide positive and constructive coaching and feedback to athletes

Effective oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate success in area of application

Experience :

Previous coaching experience in assigned sport is desired

Knowledge and background in the assigned sport

Education :

Completion of 60 or more college credit hours prior to coaching OR serving as a provisional assistant for 3 school years AND ;

Missouri Teaching Certification OR NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Course (online) passed prior to coaching

Additional Training (Required Upon Hire):

First Aid & CPR Certification (Required)

Concussion in Sports Course (Required)

Student Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Training (Required)

Heat Illness Prevention Course (Required)

Developing Youth Through Sport (Required)

Afterschool Security (Required)

Sports Nutrition (Required)

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear, and sometimes walk and sit

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 pounds such as boxes of books, equipment, uniforms, and AV/VCR carts

The employee is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus

The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff

The employee is frequently required to drive throughout the district and to events

Working Conditions and Environment :

Work is routinely performed in a typical gym, field, game, or practice setting

Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer :

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.

SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.

Fully-paid health insurance for self

$30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)

$40,000 group term life insurance

Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs

Pension plan

Robust wellness programs



Please note that the benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.