Job Description

Position: Interscholastic Sport/Activity Assistant Coach 2026-2027

Compensation: Assistant Coach Stipend per CBA

Description:

The assistant coach supports the sport or activity under the Head Coach and Athletic Director, providing instruction, supervision, communication, and program support per district expectations. Candidates should be passionate about coaching, mentoring middle school athletes, have strong communication skills, and promote a safe, inclusive, developmentally appropriate athletic environment.

While coaching experience is preferred, it is not required. Candidates must hold a valid ISBE Professional Educator License, a Substitute Teaching Certificate, or complete the IESA-approved coach’s education program. They must also complete and maintain district- and IESA-mandated training, such as concussion protocols, CPR/AED, first aid, and cardiac arrest awareness, within required timelines.

Assistant Coach Expectations:

Support the Head Coach in implementing the goals, expectations, and daily operations of the assigned sport/activity program.
Participate in coaching clinics and other professional development activities when available.
Attend and participate in required preseason meetings, parent meetings, athletic meetings, and the end-of-year awards banquet as directed.
Assist with instruction during practices, contests, open gyms, and other approved team activities.
Reinforce proper skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and safe participation.
Help supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices, contests, transportation, locker room use, and dismissal.
Follow all district safety procedures, Emergency Action Plans, concussion protocols, weather/heat guidelines, and injury reporting requirements.
Report safety concerns, injuries, student concerns, facility concerns, or equipment concerns promptly to the Head Coach and/or Athletic Director.
Assist with facility setup, cleanup, and sport-specific needs for practices and home contests.
Maintain flexibility with practice and contest schedules, including availability for assigned practices, games, and events.
Collaborate with the Head Coach to support a strong academic culture and positive team environment.
Communicate with athletes and families only through approved channels and in alignment with the Head Coach
Maintain student confidentiality and refer eligibility, discipline, academic standing, and medical clearance matters to the Head Coach, Athletic Director, or administration.
Assist with distributing, collecting, organizing, and inventorying equipment and uniforms.
Confirm that student athletes are cleared for participation before allowing practice or competition, as directed by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Special Notes for Applicant

Dates: Based on the IESA and West Suburban Middle School Conference Sport/Activity Calendar
Must follow SD104 Coaches Handbook, SD104 Board Policy, IESA, and WSMSC rules
Position is contingent on student participation & if there are not enough participants, the season can be suspended with no compensation.

Wrestling, Assistant Coach