Football - Varsity Assistant Coach

Football – Varsity Assistant Coach

Position Type: Stipend / Seasonal
Reports To: Head Varsity Coach, Athletic Director
School Level: High School (Grades 9–12)

Position Overview

The High School Varsity Assistant Coach supports the Head Varsity Coach in all aspects of the athletic program. This position plays a vital role in the development of student-athletes by promoting skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and character consistent with the mission and values of the school.

The Assistant Coach is expected to be a positive role model, effective communicator, and collaborative member of the coaching staff who prioritizes student-athlete well-being, academic success, and program integrity.

Primary Responsibilities

Coaching & Player Development

• Assist in planning and conducting      effective practices, training sessions, and game-day preparation
• Provide      technical instruction and feedback to student-athletes to support skill      development and performance
• Assist      with game strategy, scouting, film review, and in-game adjustments
• Supervise      and support student-athletes during practices, competitions, team travel,      and school-related activities

Program Support

• Support the Head Coach in maintaining      a positive, disciplined, and team-first culture
• Assist      with offseason programs, camps, and player development initiatives as      assigned
• Help      enforce team rules, school policies, and athletic department expectations      consistently
• Communicate      effectively with athletes, parents, coaching staff, and athletic      administration

Student-Athlete Welfare

• Promote academic accountability and      eligibility compliance
• Support      the physical, emotional, and social well-being of student-athletes
• Follow      all safety protocols, concussion procedures, and sport-specific guidelines
• Model      professionalism, respect, and ethical behavior at all times

Administrative & Operational Duties

• Assist with equipment management,      uniforms, and inventory
• Support      supervision of locker rooms and facilities before and after events
• Assist      with transportation, game-day logistics, and event operations as needed
• Complete      required training, certifications, and documentation in a timely manner

 Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or      equivalent
• Previous playing and/or coaching experience in      the sport (preferred at high school or collegiate level)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a      coaching staff
• Strong communication, leadership, and      organizational skills
• Commitment to school mission, values, and      student development

Preferred

• Prior high school coaching experience
• Knowledge of IHSA (or applicable state association)      rules and regulations
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or willingness to      obtain)
• Coaching education certifications or coursework

Expectations & Standards

• Uphold school, conference, and      state athletic association policies
• Maintain professionalism in interactions with      officials, opponents, parents, and administrators
• Serve as a positive role model consistent with      educational-based athletics
• Successfully complete background checks and      required training