2026-2027 Coach - Assistant Varsity Boys' Outdoor Track - EMHS

Eastern Montgomery High School; Elliston (VA); On-site; USD 1,900 - 2,700; Part time

Job summary

Eastern Montgomery High School in Elliston, VA, seeks an Assistant Varsity Boys' Outdoor Track Coach for the 2026-2027 school year. The coach will support fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship while prioritizing athlete safety and academic eligibility.

This is a supplemental, season-based role with duties set by the Athletic Director and school calendar. The position is part-time, with compensation per the school board athletic supplement schedule, and requires on-site attendance,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• VHSL required courses must be completed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, and administrators.
• Ability to motivate students and be dependable and punctual.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance is required.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a high quality athletic program stressing fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship while maintaining safety.
• Monitor academic performance to ensure athletes meet eligibility requirements.
• Coordinate with Athletic Director/Principal and schedule practices, games, and travel within the season.
• Support coaching staff and adhere to the school board supplement schedule.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Dependable and punctual

On-site attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

VHSL coach education courses

Current CPR certification

Job description

2026-2027 Coach - Assistant Varsity Boys' Outdoor Track - EMHS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5916139
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia has an immediate opening and is accepting applications for an Assistant Varsity Boys' Track Coach position that is available for the 2026-2027 school year at Eastern Montgomery High School.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Athletic Director and/or Principal, the coach must plan and implement a high quality athletic program that stresses fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship while maintaining high safety standards for all athletes. The coach must also be committed to high academic standards for all athletes by monitoring the academic performance of team members to ensure that eligibility requirements are met.

The coaching assignment is a supplemental assignment for a designated athletic season and is compensated in accordance with the School Board-approved athletic supplement schedule. It is not a separate salaried position. The supplement compensates the individual for fulfilling the responsibilities associated with the designated coaching assignment within the athletic season. Appointment to a coaching assignment does not guarantee appointment or reappointment to the same or any other coaching assignment in a subsequent season or school year. The Coach’s schedule is determined by the requirements of the assigned sport and may include practices, competitions, tournaments, meetings, travel, and other activities occurring before or after the regular school day, during evenings and weekends, and on school holidays or breaks when scheduled and permitted by the VHSL.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be age 21 or older
• Successful completion of the Virginia High School League (VHSL) required courses accessible at https://www.vhsl.org/coach-education/
• Ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, and school administrators
• Ability to motivate students
• Ability to be dependable and punctual
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a coach or participation in the sport at the high school or college level
• Current CPR certification

Supplemental: $1,869.00 - $2,716.08 (depending on experience) PER SEASON

FLSA: Non-Exempt

CLOSING DATE : Open until filled

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & TITLE IX NONDISCRIMINATION

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, promotion, retention, or other personnel actions on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.

MCPS does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and applicable federal regulations.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact the MCPS Human Resources Department at (540) 382‑5100 .

Employment Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Inquiries: Director of Human Resources Montgomery County Public Schools 750 Imperial Street SE Christiansburg, VA 24073 [phone], ext. 1067 [e-mail]

Title IX Inquiries and Reports of Discrimination or Harassment: Title IX Coordinator, Office of Compliance Montgomery County Public Schools 750 Imperial Street SE Christiansburg, VA 24073 [phone] [e-mail]

Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $1,869 to $2,716.08 Supplemental

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Susan Compton , HR Specialist and Administrative Asst to HR Director
• School Board Office
• Christiansburg, Virginia 24073
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]