About this role
Assistant Boys Basketball Coach Molalla High School 2026-27 School Year TITLE: Assistant Coach - Boys Basketball REPORTS TO: Head Coach/Athletic Director EVALUATED BY: Athletic Director Internal Candidates - A complete application would include:
• On-Line application which includes a cover letter
• Resume
• Two Letters of Reference
External Candidates - A complete application would include:
• On-Line application which includes a cover letter
• Resume
• Three letters of reference
JOB GOAL: The goal of the Assistant Coach is to help each student participating in the assigned sport to achieve a high level of skill and knowledge of the sport; instill in the athletes an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship; and develop a positive working relationship with students, staff, administration, parents, and community. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Possess a valid First Aid Card.
• Complete, upon hiring, and annually thereafter, all District and OSAA required training courses relevant to the position.
• Possess a high level of competence which may include prior participation in the sport, prior coaching experience, and completion of courses and/or clinics sufficient to provide the knowledge and skill to meet the performance responsibilities described below.
• Experience teaching, working with, and/or coaching high school-age students.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Encourage good sportsmanship, fair play, ethical conduct, good scholarship and desirable pupil-teacher relationships.
• Plan for and conduct, or assist in organized practice sessions which actively involve all participants in conditioning, skill development and play practice.
• Assist in the development of lines of communications with parents, students, teachers, administrators and the community.
• Teach students the skills and strategies necessary to participate in the sport.
• Teach the drills and exercises needed for developing strength, stamina and speed in the sport.
• Assist with the proper care, maintenance, and security of facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist in the supervision of participants wherever they are present including the locker room, playing/practice area and on district-provided transportation. Take all reasonable precautions to provide for the health and safety of the participants.
• Take responsibility for the conduct of all players and managers while under your jurisdiction, at home or away.
• Adhere to the school and district regulations and policies regarding the conduct of coaches and student eligibility in sports. Conduct grade checks upon the request of the athletic director.
• Assist in making sure that a student is eligible for initial participation in the sport before the issuance of equipment or participation in practice.
• Assist in keeping a record of all injuries and report information to the athletic director's office and the office of the principal if an athlete may require medical attention.
• Work constructively with colleagues and others for the purpose of improving the quality of the athletes' behaviors and promoting their academic success.
• Assist in all fundraising activities related to the assigned sport.
• Assist in the development of the Team Handbook.
• Enforce the expectations for student athletes as expressed in the Molalla High School Student Handbook.
• Adhere to policies and procedures as expressed in the Molalla High School Coaches Handbook.
• Perform such other tasks as may be assigned by the Board or Administration.
ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED:
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
• First Aid Card
• Complete or provide proof of completion of all district and OSAA required training courses relevant to the position