Position Type:
Athletics/Activities/Coaching - High School
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Location:
Stonington High School
Date Available:
11/13/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
POSITION: Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
SCHOOL: Stonington High School
START DATE: November 13, 2026
REMUNERATION: Stonington Education Association CBA - Stipend of $5,045.00
Assistant Coach Job Description
Qualifications:
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Temporary/Five-Year Renewable Coaching Permit.
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Valid CPR/AED and Standard First Aid Certificates.
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Previous coaching experience in assigned sport (preferred).
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Has knowledge and background in the assigned sport.
Job Goal:
The goal is to carry out the aims and objectives of the sport program as outlined by the head coach and school administration. Also, to instruct athletes in individual and team fundamentals, strategy, and physical training necessary to realize a degree of individual and team success.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Support the head coach in conducting the athletic program of the particular sport and the total athletic program of Stonington Public Schools.
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Coach individual participants in the skills necessary for excellent achievement in the sport involved.
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Assist the head coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities. (Pre-season, in-season, and postseason).
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Provide by example: leadership, motivational techniques, and attitudes that help to produce positive efforts by participants.
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Plan and schedule with the head coach a regular program of practice (including holiday or vacation periods).
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Be responsible for the junior varsity and/or freshman programs, where deemed possible.
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Develop athletes to progress as contributors to the Varsity Program.
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Properly supervise student-athletes at practice, in transit, and at games.
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Have a thorough knowledge of all the athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation.
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Maintain discipline and work to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program and school community.
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Promote respect by example through appearance, manners, behavior, language, and conduct.
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Perform other duties that are consistent with the nature of the position, and that may be required by the head coach.
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In the case of emergency or authorized absence of the head coach, assume all responsibilities herein designated as those of the head coach.
Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually by the varsity or supervising coach and reviewed by the Athletic Director.
