Job Details

Assistant Football Coach (High School)

Reports To: Head Football Coach / Athletic Director

Location: Cabot High School

FLSA Status: [Exempt/Non-Exempt]

Position Summary: The Assistant Football Coach supports the Head Coach in all aspects of the football program, including practice planning, game strategy, player development, and mentoring student-athletes. The role emphasizes the promotion of teamwork, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in organizing and conducting practices and games.
• Provide individual and group instruction to improve athletic performance.
• Support the Head Coach in game planning, film review, and scouting opponents.
• Promote and monitor the academic progress and conduct of student-athletes.
• Help maintain equipment, facilities, and inventory.
• Ensure adherence to school policies, district regulations, and athletic codes of conduct.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive team culture.
• Attend required meetings, clinics, and professional development sessions.
• Supervise student-athletes before, during, and after practices/games.
• Assist in transportation, fundraising, and other program logistics as needed.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience coaching football (high school or youth level preferred).
• Knowledge of football rules, strategies, and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with players, parents, and staff.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Background check and appropriate clearances as required by Cabot Public Schools.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25+ pounds (equipment, gear, etc.).
• Ability to stand, run, and demonstrate athletic movements for extended periods.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and travel for games.

Certification/License: Must have the appropriate level core content are endorsement on teaching certificate

Contract Days: 205

Salary: Certified Teacher Salary Schedule with applicable index