Stipend - Football Assistant Coach in Worcester, Massachusetts at Abby Kelley Foster School

SPORT: FOOTBALL

POSITION: ASSISTANT COACH

REPORTS TO: Athletic Director/HS Principal

The Assistant Football Coach at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School for the SY 2026-2027 fall athletic season is a vital component of our athletic program.

Positions may be available at the Varsity, Junior Varsity, or Freshman levels, with specific position group responsibilities (e.g., Wide Receivers, Linebackers, Defensive Backs) based on your expertise and the needs of the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Program Support: Promote a culture of “Character, Community, and Excellence” within the team environment.

• Position Instruction: Lead individual and group drills focused on the fundamental skills of your assigned position group.

• Practice Support: Assist the Head Coach and Coordinators in executing daily practice plans, including scout team coordination.

• Game Day Duties: Support sideline operations, including play charting, player management, and/or providing feedback from the booth.

• Training & Mentorship: Conduct and support practice sessions that improve athletes’ skills, stamina, and technique while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship.

• Student-Athlete Development: Support the physical, mental, and emotional growth of players, emphasizing academic accountability and core school values.

• Compliance: Adhere to all MIAA rules, as well as all AKF student, employee, and athletic handbooks.

• Operations: Assist with maintaining inventory of equipment, uniforms, and first aid supplies; support setup and breakdown of practice equipment and upkeep of team spaces.

• Collaboration: Work closely with the Varsity Head Coach and Athletic Director regarding all aspects of the program.

• Culture: Model AKF Character virtues at all times and help instill a competitive, team-oriented mindset in all athletes.

Requirements and Certification

• Maintain current certification through the MIAA.

• Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.

• Have previous experience as a player and/or coach in football

• Successful completion of a CORI and SAFIS background check.

Stipend Details

• Position/Activity: Assistant Football Coach

• Stipend Amount: $3,200 (gross, pre-tax)

• Stipend Period: August 2026 through end of athletic season

• Payment Schedule: Paid in one installment on 11/27/2026 ($3,200)

This stipend is a flat-rate amount and not based on hourly work unless otherwise required by applicable law or the terms of a specific grant.

MTRS ELIGIBILITY: BASED ON INDIVIDUAL’S MTRS ELIGIBILITY

Disclaimer Regarding Stipend Pay and MTRS Eligibility

In the context of the Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System (MTRS), certain stipends may be considered part of your “regular compensation” and therefore may be creditable toward your retirement benefits. However, this determination is subject to specific criteria and guidance from MTRS.

MTRS makes the final determination regarding creditable compensation. If you have questions about whether this stipend qualifies, we strongly encourage you to consult directly with MTRS or visit www.mass.gov/mtrs for more detailed guidance.

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.