Assistant Football Coach (Fall 2026)

Assistant Football Coach (Fall 2026) Watertown Public Schools Watertown High School - Watertown, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Watertown Public Schools (MA) Job Details

Job ID:

5637699

Application Deadline:

Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Apr 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 24, 2026 Job Description

Position:

Football Assistant Coach

Position Type:

Stipend

Department:

Athletics

Location:

Watertown High School Reports to:

Athletic Director Affiliation:

Non-Aligned

Stipend Range:

$5,420-$6,953

Date Range:

8/24/2026-11/26/2026

General Description:

The Assistant Coach will assist in promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship while fostering a positive and supportive environment for student-athletes. This position requires collaboration with coaching staff, effective communication with the school district and community, and a commitment to fostering an educational and competitive sports experience.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Head Coach in coordinating and supervising the athletic program and team. Support the development and implementation of training and game programs to enhance athlete performance. Provide guidance and mentorship to athletes, encouraging physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Collaborate with the coaching staff to ensure the athletic program is executed effectively and in alignment with school guidelines. Ensure all athletic activities comply with MIAA guidelines and standards. Communicate effectively with school district members, the community, and booster clubs. Work closely with booster clubs and community organizations to strengthen program support. Adapt to change and handle additional tasks as assigned by the Head Coach. Support the value of education and the district's overall mission.

Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent. CPR Certified Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. A commitment to the academic and athletic development of student-athletes. Ability to react to change productively and manage multiple responsibilities.

Preferred:

Previous coaching experience or strong knowledge of the sport is preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$5,420 to $6,953 Stipend