2026-2027 Head Softball Basketball Coach

Young World Physical Education; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Franklin County Schools in Frankfort, KY is seeking a 2026-2027 Head Softball Basketball Coach. The role reports to the Principal and Athletic Director and is classified as a part-time position within the Athletics/Extra Duties salary schedule.

The coach will organize practices, teach skills and game strategy, ensure eligibility and safety, and serve as a positive role model for student athletes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 64 college semester hours.
• At least one year coaching in a school athletic program.
• CPR/AED and other trainings per board policy.

Responsibilities

• Promote sports in the schools and community.
• Plan the assigned athletic program.
• Organize and supervise practices.
• Teach fundamentals, team play, strategy and rules.
• Model sportsmanship and self-control.
• Check participant eligibility and insurance.
• Provide guidance and support to student athletes.
• Conduct learning experiences with small groups.
• Recommend equipment, supplies and uniforms.

Education

High school diploma or GED

64 semester hours from Accredited college/university

One year coaching in a school athletic program

Job description

2026-2027 Head Softball Basketball Coach

Franklin Cty Western Hills High School - Frankfort, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Franklin County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5882298

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

JOB TITLE

Head Coach

REPORTS TO

Principal, Athletic Director

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Athletics/Extra Duties Salary Schedule

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7347

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

June 12, 2023

BASIC FUNCTION

Coach in various secondary school interscholastic athletic programs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Promote sports in the schools and community.
• Plan the assigned athletic program.
• Organize and supervise practices.
• Teach individual fundamental skills, team play, team strategy and rules and regulations of the game.
• Teach good sportsmanship and self-control.
• Check eligibility of participants, including insurance coverage and parent consent.
• Provide students a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Conduct learning experiences, with small groups of student athletes.
• Recommend the purchase of equipment, supplies and uniforms as appropriate for the health, safety and welfare of student athletes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamentals of various sports.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist coaches on one or more sports.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate, a minimum of 64 semester hours from an accredited college or university and one year of experience coaching in a school athletic program.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Successful completion of any and 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 guidelines and regulations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephen Cody , Principal
• Western Hills High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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