2026-2027 Assistant Football Coach

Franklin Cty; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County Schools in Frankfort, KY seeks an Assistant Coach to support the Head Coach and Athletics Director in all phases of the sport involved. This role requires assisting with coaching duties, supervising student athletes, enforcing discipline, and covering duties when the Head Coach is unavailable.

Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to student safety, sportsmanship, and adherence to district policies and NFHS/KHSAA guidelines as outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma or GED and 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Coach in all phases of coaching in the sport involved.
• Enforces disciplined and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
• Fills in for the Head Coach when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

Job Title

Assistant Coach

Reports To

Head Coach/Athletics Director/Principal

Salary Schedule/Grade

Athletics/Extra Duties Salary Schedule

Contracted Days and/or Hours

Exempt Status

Non Exempt

Job Class Code

5110, 7346, 8110

Position Classification

Classified

Date Approved

May 11, 2026

Basic Function

Assist Head Coach in coaching and supervising in the sport involved.

Performance Responsibilities

Representative Duties

• Assist Head Coach in all phases of coaching in the sport involved.
• Enforces disciplined and sportsmanlike behavior at all times.
• Fills in for the Head Coach when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: a high school diploma or G.E.D and 21 years of age.

Licenses and Other Requirements

Successful completion of all required training per board policy; including but limited: physical and emotional development of students, school’s discipline policies, procedures for dealing with discipline problems and safety and first aid training(CPR/AED certification), a clear criminal records check and follows all KHSAA and NFHS guidelines and regulations.

Evaluation

Annually by Head Coach/Athletics Director/Principal