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i9 Sports West Puget Sound

Football Official

Bremerton, WA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

An ideal official will not only serve as the enforcer of the rules, but will be a culture cultivator, an impartial on-field coach, and an advocate for our programs. When our officials are out having ...

i9 Sports West Puget Sound

Football Official

Bremerton, WA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

An ideal official will not only serve as the enforcer of the rules, but will be a culture cultivator, an impartial on-field coach, and an advocate for our programs. When our officials are out having ...

EL1 Sports

Professional Football Instructor

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$19 - $40/hr

Build and maintain relationships with athletes, families, and coaches in the community * Deliver ... Collaborate and co-instruct with other skill-specific instructors * Assist in the preparation ...

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An assistant football coach is a member of a football team’s coaching staff who supports the head coach by helping plan practices, developing strategies, and training players in specific skills or positions. They often focus on particular areas such as offense, defense, or special teams, and work closely with athletes to improve their performance. Assistant coaches also help with administrative duties, scouting opponents, and sometimes recruiting new players. Their role is vital in ensuring the team operates smoothly and reaches its full potential.

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To thrive as an Assistant Football Coach, you need a solid understanding of football strategies, player development, and typically a background in athletics or coaching certifications. Familiarity with video analysis software, playbook design tools, and performance tracking systems is often required. Strong leadership, motivational abilities, and effective communication are critical soft skills for inspiring athletes and collaborating with coaching staff. These competencies ensure the coach can enhance team performance, foster player growth, and support the head coach’s vision.

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Assistant football coaches often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with on-field coaching, building trust with players while supporting the head coach’s vision, and adapting to rapidly changing game strategies. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to learn from both successes and setbacks are key to overcoming these challenges. Collaborating closely with the head coach and other staff members, as well as actively participating in team meetings and training sessions, can help assistant coaches make a positive impact and grow professionally in their role.

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Assistant Coach - Football (Defensive Coord/Running Backs)

Kent, WA • On-site

Kent School District
Education Programs Administration • 1 - 5K employees
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$4.9K - $7.7K/wk

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Kent School District (Washington) rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

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Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Coach
Date Posted:
3/31/2026
Location:
Kent-Meridian High School
Assignment Type
Seasonal
Season Stipend
Assistant Coach
Football - Min: $4,978 Max: $7,750
Stipend Schedule
High School Coaches Salary Schedule
Placement based on years of coaching experience.
Benefits
Employee Benefits | Kent School District
All coaching positions are posted as open until filled. Any applicants that apply within 5 days of initial posting are guaranteed consideration per the Coaches collective bargaining agreement.
Persons applying for paid coaching positions must meet district and WIAA requirements including a valid background check. Applicants for head coaching positions must be at least 21 years of age. Applicants for assistant coaching positions must be at least 19 years of age. They must also have a valid first aid and CPR card. The following procedures must be followed to apply for paid coaching positions:
  1. Complete the KSD online application process including professional reference forms.
  2. Annually complete the WIAA general rules clinic, the WIAA-approved rule clinic for the sport being coached, and the KSD Vector Training requirements prior to the beginning of the sports season.
  3. Have successfully completed Concussion recognition and management with Return to Play Protocols training as required by Washington State Law that must be renewed every three (3) years.
  4. Have successfully completed Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness and Training as required by Washington State Law that must be renewed every three (3) years.
  5. Before the beginning of the third year of coaching, a member school coach (paid or volunteer) must complete a school district-approved Coaching Principles training, or complete the NFHS Coaches Fundamentals Course, or attend all sessions of the WIAA Coaches School, or other Coaches School as approved by the WIAA or the local school district. After initial completion, coaches will be required to repeat this training every three (3) years
  6. Building athletic directors will monitor the applicant pool for their open positions and contact applicants as necessary.
  7. If hired, the paid coach must read and sign the KSD Coaches Manual.

About Kent School District
Mission: Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization. Kent School District's mission is successfully preparing all students for their futures.
Vision: Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students. Kent School District's vision is to produce graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and in life.
Values: Our core values drive our culture and answer the question, "How do we want to act, consistent with our mission, along the path toward achieving our vision?" Specific values are at the heart of our culture because they are levers that drive us towards achieving shared vision. Throughout this plan, three core values are prioritized:
Equity: Student equity is ensuring that access to quality staff, courses, resources, activities, services and opportunities are provided for all students to succeed and grow based on their individual needs.
Excellence: As a system and individuals, we strive for excellence through the intentional creation of student-centered and efficient actions that operate with coherence.
Community: Partnership with our community prioritizes proactive involvement of those impacted by school district priorities and decision-making.
Kent School District Strategic Plan
Kent School District Non-Discrimination Statement

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