Assistant Coach (Short-Term/Temporary) at Cuesta College - San Luis Obispo County Community College Share on X      Print Application Deadline

7/29/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Date Posted 7/25/2025 Contact Human Resources Cuesta College
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Assistant Coach (Short-Term/Temporary)

 

Cuesta College 

 

Salary: $16.50 Hourly

 

Job Type: 

 

Job Number: FY2526-00007

 

Location: San Luis Obispo Campus, CA

 

Department: Instruction

 

Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

 

Job Description Summary

 

This is a recruitment for a short-term/temporary position. This recruitment will be open until the position is filled. 

 

Under the general supervision of a Dean and work direction of an Athletic Director and head coach, an Assistant Coach provides comprehensive instruction and leadership to student athletes. This can include responsibility for assisting the head coach with coaching multiple aspects of the sport, the recruitment of student athletes, assistance with team meetings, event attendance and public relations.

 

Job Duties 

Provide instruction, mentoring and coaching to student athletes in the skills, techniques, and competitive strategies necessary for individual and team achievement of athletic standards of performance; evaluate individual and team performance and refine individual and team strategies throughout the season. Apply training programs for multiple areas of the sport, as well as technical training.

 

Assist in planning and scheduling including; events, competitions and practices, in collaboration with coaches within and outside of the conference and in concert with academic schedules, District policy, and California Community College Commission on Athletics (CCCAA)/Western States Conference regulations. Promote interest and attendance at athletic events; assist in fundraising efforts for the program.

 

Create a positive atmosphere for student athletes; support academic progress, retention, and matriculation of student athletes through mentoring activities; refer student athletes to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate; maintain confidential student-athlete information.

 

Assist with the recruiting process in compliance with CCCAA regulations to identify and attract promising student athletes; maintain contract with prospective student athletes and provide prompt follow-up to inquiries from potential student athletes.

 

Essential Functions & Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications 

Extensive experience and knowledge of the sport is required. At least two years of previous coaching and/or playing experience is required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred in Kinesiology or a related degree and two years of professional experience. All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.

 

Knowledge Of 

Principles, techniques, and methods of the subject sport. Current theory and practice within the subject discipline. Principles and best practices of effective teaching. Learning theories and student learning outcomes and methods of assessment. Community college curricula. Community and campus resources, services, programs and professionals available to students. Record keeping techniques with regard to student and team performance.

 

Ability To 

Initiate and maintain a team program that is consistent, reasonable, and effective for the student athlete and the team. Deliver coaching instruction in various learning styles. Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability and ethnic background of community college students. Integrate current and emerging instructional experience. Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students, athletes, professional peers and alumni. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using tact, patience, and courtesy. Establish and maintain effective working relationships, both on and off-campus. Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field or discipline.

 

Additional Information

 

This is a short-term/temporary position. Students currently enrolled at Cuesta College will be given priority.

 

Work Week/Hours 

Hours are determined based on the needs of the team. Must be able to make practice times, class times, and additional times outside of class time. It is preferred that Assistant Coaches attend all competitions.

 

Interview Process Information

 

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

 

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/6408950 

 

The San Luis Obispo County Community College District promotes inclusiveness, prohibits discrimination, and encourages all qualified persons to apply. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Cuesta College actively seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to assist students, staff, and faculty. For ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) assistance with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office: (805) 546-3129. 

 

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