The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in running a safe, organized, and positive athletic program. This position helps with practice planning, skill development, game preparation, student-athlete supervision, and communication with athletes.

The Assistant Coach helps teach fundamentals, teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and school pride. Duties may include supervising athletes before, during, and after practices or competitions, assisting with equipment, supporting game-day responsibilities, following school and athletic policies, and helping create a program that encourages effort, accountability, and positive character development.

WILLCOX UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 13 480 North Bisbee Avenue Willcox, AZ 85643 ________________________________________ Position Title: Assistant Coach Department: Athletics Reports To: Head Coach and/or Athletic Director ________________________________________ Qualifications: • Employment as a teacher or support staff preferred • Demonstrated knowledge, enthusiasm, and aptitude for coaching student-athletes • Alternatives to the above qualifications may be considered by the Governing Board as appropriate ________________________________________ Job Goal: To support the head coach in leading a successful athletic program that promotes skill development, discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth among student-athletes. ________________________________________ Responsibilities: • Coach individual student-athletes to improve skills and performance in the assigned sport • Actively supervise students during practices, games, travel, and overnight stays • Promote respect, integrity, and good sportsmanship among athletes • Assist in planning and conducting regular practice sessions • Provide input on game schedules in coordination with the head coach and/or Athletic Director • Recommend purchases of necessary equipment, uniforms, and supplies • Maintain accurate inventory of sport-specific equipment • Complete and manage required forms including attendance, insurance, and incident reports • Monitor and ensure a safe practice and competition environment at all times • Support and enforce eligibility requirements and performance expectations • Collaborate effectively with the head coach and athletic staff • Uphold student discipline and manage consequences in accordance with the Athletic Handbook • Serve as a positive role model for students through professional and ethical conduct • Comply with all Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) regulations • Perform other related duties as assigned by the head coach or Athletic Director ________________________________________ Terms of Employment: Seasonal position based on the sport's schedule, including preseason practices and postseason competition. ________________________________________ Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated according to Board policy GCO/GDO (Evaluation of Professional/Support Staff).