Assistant JH Football Coach

THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Assistant Junior High Football Coach

Department: Activities
              
Date:   Updated May 5, 2026                       FLSA Status: Exempt

STIPEND: $1,900

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Junior High Assistant Coach supports the head coach in developing student-athletes both athletically and personally. This role focuses on teaching fundamental skills, promoting teamwork and sportsmanship, and helping create a positive, structured environment for middle school athletes. The JH Football season runs from August-September.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to the Activities Director

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Assist the head coach in planning and conducting practices, drills, and game strategies
• Teach and reinforce fundamental skills appropriate to the sport and age group
• Supervise student-athletes during practices, games, and team activities
• Promote good sportsmanship, discipline, and respect among players
• Help with game-day preparation, including equipment setup and breakdown
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to athletes
• Ensure a safe environment by following school and district policies
• Communicate effectively with the head coach, players, parents, and school staff
• Support academic accountability and positive behavior expectations for athletes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Undergraduate degree preferred

EXPERIENCE:
Prior playing or coaching experience in football preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work well with middle school-aged students
• Basic knowledge of rules, techniques, and strategies of the sport
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Patience and ability to teach fundamentals
• Team-oriented mindset
• Dependability and punctuality
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Must meet school/district background check requirements

 
SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Schools
• Activities Director
• Activities Office Staff
• Secondary Students
• Parents
• Other departments
• Sports Officials
• Assistant Coaches

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in the practice area and/or event area
• Work hours may vary depending on the needs of the activities office and practice needs, and may include days, evenings, and weekends

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.

• Typical demands require the employee to:
  • Spend majority of work time standing and walking while performing job duties
  • Frequently lift burdens weighing up to 30 lbs. and occasionally push/pull burdens weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Frequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of athletic equipment, other equipment, and writing utensils

COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:
The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive:
 
The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills
 
 BENEFITS: PERA defined benefit contribution retirement plan included. This position is stipend-based and therefore does not include benefits other than paid sick leave as outlined by the Healthy Families Healthy Workplace Act.

Conditions of Employment:
Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her/his legal right to be employed in the United States.
 
The Classical Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).