High School - Asst. Coach Outdoor Track (Boys)
Location: Varina High School – 7053 Messer Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary: $2,721
Posting closes: August 31, 2026
About the role
The assistant coach supports the head coach in all aspects of the school's sports program, including coordinating high-level practice sessions and providing exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during regional and state competitions. The assistant coach will support and facilitate the management of the team's fundraising efforts, play a role in ensuring the safe travel of student-athletes to and from games and competitions, and maintain the highest standards of sportsmanship and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Assist the head coach in the organization of the overall program.
- Supervise student-athletes during daily practices and at games.
- Prepare players both physically and mentally for interscholastic competition through practice, teaching of fundamental skills, and knowledge of rules.
- Assist in the cleaning, storage, and proper care of all team equipment.
- Support and facilitate the management of the team’s fundraising efforts.
- Ensure the safe travel of student-athletes to and from games and competitions.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a public-school athletic program.
- Proven ability to coordinate high-level practice sessions.
- Ability to recruit, retain, and coordinate the efforts of an assistant coaching staff.
- Proven ability to provide exceptional leadership and coaching for student-athletes during regional and state competitions.
- Prior experience in preparing athletes for interscholastic competitions.
- Prior experience in managing team fundraising efforts.
Pay
Stipend of $2,721, prorated based on actual start date if the assignment has already begun.
Background check
Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
- State Police Criminal History Investigation
- Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
- Tuberculosis Screening/Test