Description

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching

Date Posted: 4/28/2026

Location: 150-Truman High School

Date Available: 2026-2027 School year

  
INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION

HIGHSCHOOL ASSISTANT COACH

Qualifications:

• Current Substitute Certificate
• Must meet the qualifications set forth by MSHSAA
• CPR, AED, First Aid Certification and National Federation of High School Concussion

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: To be determined at the time of hire

Reports to:
Head Coach
Athletic Director
Building Principal

Job Goal:
To build a successful and comprehensive extracurricular sports program.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Responsible to the head coach for coaching assignments and other responsibilities
• Help develop and support an athletic program which embraces the alignment of youth athletic programs, middle school athletic programs and high school athletics under the direction of the head coach
• Comprehensive knowledge of the rules and fundamentals of the sport assigned to coach
• Adhere to all policies and guidelines set forth by Athletic Handbook and MSHSAA rules and regulations
• Help to maintain a conductive and safe environment at all times in order to promote the benefits derived from wholesome athletic competition
• Develop and maintain positive relations and team morale with students, parents, staff and community
• Work in conjunction with the head coach to develop and place a team on the field of competition and substitute players appropriately as a part of a well-organized plan
• Attend in-service trainings conducted by head coach in order to support and participate in preparation during the off-season with coaching staff and potential athletes
• Promote academic achievement through high standards of academic performance
• Help maintain, issue and provide an accurate inventory of school equipment
• Support head coach in maximizing off season and summer training and development opportunities
• Work under and adhere to ISD Board Policies and Regulations

Terms of Employment:
The Assistant Coach will be a seasonal employee. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Assistant Coach Performance Based Evaluation.