Varsity Boys Flag Football Assistant Coach

Position Title: Varsity Boys Flag Football Assistant Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director & Head Varsity Boys Flag Football Coach
Location: Innovation Charter School High School, New York, New York
Position Type: Seasonal (Mid-August - Early November)

Position Summary
The Varsity Boys Flag Football Assistant Coach supports the Head Coach in developing
and leading a competitive program that promotes athletic skill, teamwork, sportsmanship,
and academic success. The assistant coach will play a key role in player development,
practice preparation, and creating a positive environment where student-athletes can
thrive both on and off the field.

Key Responsibilities
● Assist the Head Coach in organizing and conducting practices, games, and team
activities.
● Teach flag football fundamentals, techniques, and strategies appropriate to high
school athletes.
● Provide position-specific instruction and assist with conditioning and skill
development.
● Support game-day responsibilities including warm-ups, substitutions, and sideline
management.
● Help evaluate players during tryouts and throughout the season, offering
constructive feedback.
● Promote sportsmanship, discipline, and team accountability.
● Monitor academic progress and encourage student-athletes’ success in the
classroom.
● Assist with program logistics such as equipment, uniforms, and facility usage.
● Step into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Head Coach.
Qualifications
● Prior coaching and/or playing experience in flag football, tackle football, or a
related sport.
● Strong knowledge of flag football rules, strategies, and skill development
methods.
● Excellent communication, collaboration, and motivational skills.
● Ability to connect with high school student-athletes and foster growth on and off
the field.
● CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
● Demonstrated ability to mentor student-athletes in athletics, academics, and
character development.
● Familiarity with modern technologies (game changer, student tracker, video
analysis, conditioning tools, etc.).

Supervisor:

The Athletic Director or their designee.

Compensation

Compensation will be in accordance with the school’s coaching stipend schedule.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Innovation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please apply online:
http://www.innovationhighschool.org/work-at-innovation