Position Title: Assistant Coach � Girls Basketball

Reports To: Head Coach/Activities Director
Supervises: Student-Athletes

Position Summary
The Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in the implementation, development, and daily operation of the Girls Basketball program. This role contributes to a positive, consistent, and developmentally appropriate experience for student-athletes, aligned with the program's philosophy, district values, and K�12 program goals. The Assistant Coach plays a key role in skill development, culture building, and program continuity across all levels.

Primary Responsibilities
The Assistant Coach shall:
Program Leadership & Culture
-Support and reinforce the program's vision, philosophy, and expectations as established by the Head Coach.
-Model and promote positive character, leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
-Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and development-focused team environment.
-Uphold and represent the values of Byron CUSD #226 in all interactions.
Athlete Development
-Assist in planning and implementing practices, drills, and competitions.
-Provide instruction that supports individual and team skill development.
-Offer feedback and encouragement to student-athletes across ability levels.
-Monitor athlete well-being and report injuries or concerns to the Head Coach.
Program Operations
-Assist with practice setup, game preparation, and equipment management.
-Support supervision of student-athletes during practices, games, travel, and team activities.
-Help with camps, clinics, off-season workouts, and program events when assigned.
-Ensure adherence to IHSA, conference, and district rules and expectations.
Staff Collaboration
-Work collaboratively with the Head Coach and coaching staff to ensure program alignment.
-Communicate effectively regarding athlete progress, concerns, and team needs.
-Support consistency in terminology, expectations, and instruction across levels.
Communication
-Maintain professional and appropriate communication with student-athletes and families.
-Direct program-specific questions or concerns to the Head Coach as appropriate.
-Represent the program in a positive manner in school and community settings.
Academic & Eligibility Support
-Monitor academic performance and eligibility status of student-athletes.
-Support athletes in developing academic and personal responsibility.
-Reinforce expectations related to behavior, attendance, and academic responsibility.
Program Stewardship
-Assist in maintaining and caring for equipment, uniforms, and facilities.
-Promote respect for school property and shared spaces.
-Support program initiatives that strengthen feeder systems and community engagement

Essential Qualifications
-Knowledge of coaching techniques, sport strategy, and rules.
-Ability to teach and inspire adolescent student-athletes.
-Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
-Commitment to sportsmanship, equity, and student safety.
-Ability to work cooperatively within a team structure and follow program leadership.
-Hold required certifications including IHSA coaching certification and CPR/AED as required by law or district policy.