LMS 7th Boys Basketball 1st Asst.

Job Posting # 52-25/26

Job Title: Lakeside Middle School 1st Assistant 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach

Open: 11/13/2025

First File Review: 11/21/2025

Closed: Open Until Filled

Salary: The salary range for the position is: Min. $1,530 Max. $2,720. Salary placement will be at Step 0 of the Coaches Agreement unless documentation of experiences received per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary schedule can be reviewed from the human resources page on the Nine Mile Falls School District website - www.9mile.org. Classified, substitute staff that would be in an overtime situation (more than 40 hours per week in cumulative work hours) if they receive this position, may not be eligible for this position.

Benefits: Paid Sick Leave (Initiative 1433)
Work Location: Lakeside Middle School
Reports To: Devin Bauer, Athletic Director
Season: 2025–2026

Nature and Scope of Position
The 1st Assistant 7th Grade Boys Basketball Coach plays a key role in helping middle school athletes grow their basketball knowledge, work ethic, and teamwork skills. This position supports the Head Coach in creating a competitive yet supportive program through focused skill development, structured practice routines, and character-based coaching that aligns with WIAA standards and district expectations for safety, supervision, and student success.

Primary Job Functions

• Assist the 7th Grade Head Coach with all aspects of the boys basketball program, including planning and leading practices, drills, and conditioning.
• Teach and reinforce basketball fundamentals appropriate for middle school athletes, including footwork, ball-handling, shooting mechanics, and team concepts.
• Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, and integrity at all times—on and off the court.
• Supervise student-athletes to ensure a safe environment and adherence to WIAA, district, and program standards.
• Help maintain athlete eligibility, communication, attendance, and basic program records.
• Support equipment care, gym setup, and organizational needs for practices and games.
• Assist in reinforcing behavior expectations, academic responsibility, and positive character development.
• Represent Lakeside Middle School and the district with professionalism, positivity, and integrity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Coach or Athletic Director.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• WSP/FBI fingerprint clearance.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to season).
• High school graduate or GED completion.
• • High school students may serve as volunteer assistant coaches if they meet WIAA minimum coaching requirements and hold valid First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain required WIAA coaching clock hours.
• Knowledge of safe and effective coaching techniques for middle school athletes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to sportsmanship and positive athlete relationships.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience coaching or assisting in basketball at the school, youth, or club level.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and teach young athletes in a constructive, age-appropriate manner.
• Ability to foster teamwork, resilience, and personal growth in student-athletes.
• Commitment to helping develop a consistent and competitive boys basketball program at Lakeside Middle School.

Application Steps

Submit a complete application through the RedRover online system.

Upon Hire

A conditional offer is contingent upon background clearance, including WSP/FBI fingerprinting, and approval by the Nine Mile Falls School District Board of Directors.

For questions, please contact:
Kyle Stussi, Human Resources Specialist
(509) 340-4302

The Nine Mile Falls School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Jeff Baerwald
10110 W Charles Road
Nine Mile Falls WA
99026
509-340-4300
JBaerwald@9mile.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Michelle Mace
10110 W Charles Road
Nine Mile Falls WA 99026
509-340-4300
MMace@9mile.org